Overview

• Official police spokesperson Irina Volk said the suspect failed to transfer proceeds from legitimate sales and sold additional tickets outside the system, leaving dozens unable to enter.
• During questioning, the detainee said she had financial problems and admitted taking cash without depositing it on time.
• Theater and concert agency representatives said the woman was dismissed in May yet continued posing as a cashier, offering nonexistent discounts and collecting payments in cash or by bank transfer.
• Victims told RIA Novosti they bought tickets via a phone number posted at the kiosk and were unable to secure refunds the day before the show as long lines formed at Tula-Arena.
• Organizers said some affected spectators were ultimately admitted to the concert, while the total number of victims remains unclear and official website tickets had sold out.