(St. John’s, NL) July 22, 2025 – The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC) is urging summer concert goers to be aware of online ticket scams.

Scammers often create fake listings offering tickets at inflated prices, especially for sold-out events, to exploit the eagerness of fans. They may also offer reduced prices on the day of events to create the illusion of a great deal. In either tactic once money has been exchanged, the scammer will block the buyer or disappear from social media.

The RNC recommends:

• Checking the event’s ticket re-sale policy to make sure tickets re-sold remain valid. Confirm if there is a designated resale agent, or specific policies for the event or venue.
• Purchasing only from the authorized ticket seller or authorized re-seller.
• Never sending money via e-transfer unless you know the seller personally.
• Using the safe buy-and-sell exchange zone located at the RNC.

Anyone who suspects they have been subject to fraudulent online activity is asked to contact the RNC at 709-729-8000. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com. Cybercrime should also be reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501.

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Cst. James Cadigan, #775
Public Communications Officer
Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
media@rnc.gov.nl.ca
709-729-8658