Taylor Swift fans have been put on high alert over dodgy tickets as thousands have already been conned. The Anti-Hero songstress is just weeks away from her much-awaited Eras Tour in the
UK, set to grace venues like London's Wembley Stadium and Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium. The
American superstar will be serenading more than half a million fans across her 13+ date tour. But with tickets in such hot demand, some fans have been left out of pocket by scammers exploiting their eagerness to catch Taylor live. Edinburgh
police have issued a stark warning to Swifties to keep their eyes peeled for "fraudulent tickets" circulating online, which has seen fans lose thousands. Reports suggest that around £5,000 has been lost by fans to ticket fraud related to the Eras Tour. In the past fortnight alone, 16 reported cases of fake ticket sales have swindled
Taylor Swift enthusiasts, leading to substantial financial losses, reports the Express . In a statement, Edinburgh police disclosed: "The amount of money suspected to have been fraudulently paid is estimated at over £5,000. Many of these frauds are taking place on online marketplace platforms. Please be vigilant and ensure you are buying from legitimate sources, checking any bank details being provided." Fans of the pop star have been issued a warning ahead of buying resale tickets which may be fraudulent ( Image: Getty Images for TAS Rights Mana) They also dished out advice to those still hunting for tickets to see Taylor Swift this year. Ticketmaster and AXS were the only official retailers for Taylor Swift tickets when they were first released in August 2023, and they sold out almost instantly. Although Ticketmaster released its own wave of resale tickets shortly afterwards, they, too, were sold out extremely quickly. As a result, fans have now flocked to resale websites such as Viagogo and Vivid Seats to secure their spots at the various gigs kicking off this year. While still not official retailers, these reseller websites have various terms and conditions and safety protocols to ensure fans do not get scammed. They said: "Before purchasing, carefully review the ticket details to ensure their authenticity. Check for accurate event information, including the date, time, and venue. Pay attention to the seating section or assigned seats, which can indicate fraudulent tickets." "When purchasing tickets online, prioritise secure payment methods to safeguard your financial information. Credit cards and reputable online payment platforms offer additional protection against fraudulent transactions. Avoid paying with cash, wire transfers, or unsecured payment methods." Tickets are available below: VIAGOGO - Buy Taylor Swift resale tickets here . VIVID SEATS - Buy Taylor Swift resale tickets here . Follow Mirror Celebs on TikTok , Snapchat ,
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