How scammers are targeting Taylor Swift fans desperate for concert tickets

A scam warning has been issued by police towards Taylor Swift fans desperate to get tickets for her upcoming concerts in Australia.

Victoria Police has received at least 250 reports of ticketing scams since June last year.

“It appears legitimate,” Victoria Police Leading Senior Constable Jody Clayton told Ross and Russel.

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The total amount lost to the scammers is more than $260,000.

Victims can report scams to Scamwatch or submit an online report to police here.

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