Ticketmaster Warns Locals Of Growing Ticket Fraud Risk As Garda Investigation Underway

Wednesday, 12 March 2025 14:48

By Martin Osborne

The company says Gardaí are investigating an individual based in the capital.

Ticketmaster is urging locals looking to attend concerts, matches or other events to be extra vigilant for fraudulent sellers.

The company says Gardaí are investigating an individual based in Dublin.

Ticketmaster says some people have already lost what its called "large sums" of money to this individual, who is claiming to represent it.

It says this fake seller is promising advance tickets or last minute tickets for collection from the venue on the day of the event.

These tickets don't exist.

Ticketmaster is working alongside Gardaí to boost its security and verification methods for upcoming events.

It's also urging anyone who has been a victim of this crime to get in touch with Gardaí immediately.

The company's statement is co-signed by partners including Croke Park, Landsdowne Road, the FAI, IRFU, MCD and the company that organises Electric Picnic.

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