Be aware ticket scammers

IrishHomer · 2024-01-11 20:55:41

Not sure if this is the right section but want to warn people Adverts is riddled with Concert ticket scammers! I was recently samme for €265 for a pair of Depeche Mode tickets. I reported it to Adverts,revolut and the Guards. I still have an alert set up for same on Adverts and dodgy Depeche Mode ticket ads pop up every…

11-01-2024 09:55PM

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IrishHomer

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Not sure if this is the right section but want to warn people Adverts is riddled with Concert ticket scammers!
I was recently samme for €265 for a pair of Depeche Mode tickets.
I reported it to Adverts,revolut and the Guards.
I still have an alert set up for same on Adverts and dodgy Depeche Mode ticket ads pop up every few days.

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Sorry to hear that. Do you have details of their full name, address or workplace?

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#3 12-01-2024 10:17AM

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When buying through adverts or Facebook market place, always insist paying via PayPal and using the goods and services option. That way you are 100% protected if the seller is bogey. The extra few quid in fees is worth it for the peace of mind.

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