Burlington woman arrested for $70,000 Taylor Swift ticket scam
- A Burlington woman allegedly sold around $70,000 worth of fraudulent Taylor Swift concert tickets to multiple victims via Facebook Marketplace.
- Victims made e-transfer payments but never received tickets as promised, and when they sought refunds, they were told the money was unavailable.
- The accused faces multiple charges, including 32 counts of fraud under $5,000, with police indicating that more victims may exist.
In Canada, a woman from Burlington, Ontario, has been accused of orchestrating a large-scale scam involving counterfeit tickets for Taylor Swift's concert. The alleged perpetrator, who used the alias 'Denise Blackhawk', reportedly sold around $70,000 worth of fake tickets to 28 unsuspecting victims. The ticket sales took place primarily through Facebook Marketplace, where she listed the tickets for what appeared to be legitimate transactions. This fraud case unfolded when victims made full payments through e-transfers, expecting to receive their tickets days before the concerts, which were set to take place in Toronto. However, as the concert dates approached, none of the tickets were transferred to the buyers. Many victims became anxious as they saw there was no confirmation of their purchases, leading them to request refunds. The suspect then informed them that their money was no longer available, leaving the victims feeling hopeless and defrauded. The police intervened, leading to the woman’s arrest. She now faces multiple charges, including 32 counts of fraud, each under $5,000. Authorities are concerned that there may be additional victims who have not yet come forward, urging anyone with relevant information to reach out. This incident reflects a growing trend of scams within online marketplaces, emphasizing the need for caution when purchasing tickets online.