Oasis fans face surge in ticket scams ahead of reunion tour

Oasis fans are facing a surge in ticket scams ahead of the band's reunion tour. On average, fans have lost £346 (US$449) each, with some losing up to £1,000 (US$1,298). Most scams originated from social media ads, particularly on Facebook. Lloyds Banking Group reported that Oasis fans accounted for about 70% of all ticket fraud cases from late August to late September. Scammers often post fake listings for tickets, collecting payments via bank transfers for non-existent tickets. In response to rising ticket prices and scams, Oasis' promoters have canceled around 50,000 tickets being resold on unofficial sites. Fans have reported spending an average of £563 (US$731) on tickets, surpassing spending for other major concerts.