Police in New Jersey warn of Taylor Swift ticket scam found on Facebook

Saturday, December 10, 2022
HACKETTSTOWN, New Jersey (WPVI) -- There is a new warning in New Jersey over promises of Taylor Swift concert tickets.

The Hackettstown Police Department, in Warren County, investigated a report of a scam and found someone from an online Facebook group posted they had Taylor Swift tickets for sale.
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The victim contacted the alleged seller and sent $1,480 to an email account through Zelle.

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However, upon payment, the fake seller asked for more money from the victim.

The victim never received the tickets.

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Police are now reminding people to research companies and be wary of deals that seem too good to be true.
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