Taylor Swift UK Tour Ticket Scams Cost Fans Over £1 Million

Lloyds Bank reports a significant rise in fraudulent ticket sales, with thousands of UK fans affected.

More than 600 Lloyds Bank customers have reported losing an average of £332 each to ticket scams for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour.
Fraudsters primarily used social media platforms like Facebook to target fans, with fake ads and posts leading to significant financial losses.
Lloyds Bank and other financial experts urge fans to purchase tickets only from reputable sources and to avoid bank transfers to unverified sellers.
The scams have targeted primarily fans aged 25-34, exploiting high demand for the sold-out tour dates.
Financial institutions across the UK have seen a surge in similar scams, with over £40 million lost to various purchase scams last year.