$4,600 Stolen in Blackpink Ticket Scam Since October in Singapore

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Rising Scam Threats Targeting K-pop Fans

Scammers have been targeting fans of the popular K-pop girl group Blackpink, with victims losing at least SGD6,000 (US$4,600) since October due to fake concert ticket frauds. These scams are specifically linked to the group’s upcoming Deadline world tour in Singapore, which will feature three shows at the National Stadium on November 28, 29, and 30.

According to local police, they have received at least 11 reported cases involving counterfeit tickets. The scammers are exploiting the high demand for Blackpink concert tickets by using various online platforms such as Telegram, Carousell, Xiaohongshu, Facebook Messenger, and TikTok to lure victims.

  • Some scammers provided screenshots or videos of fake tickets or receipts to make their offers appear legitimate.
  • They often claimed that ticket sales were time-sensitive or limited in quantity, creating a sense of urgency among potential buyers.
  • After successful payment, scammers promised to deliver the tickets but later failed to do so.

When victims did not receive their tickets, the scammers demanded additional payments, claiming that the initial transfers had not been processed. It was only when the fraudsters became unreachable or failed to deliver the tickets that victims realized they had been scammed.

Police Advice for Concertgoers

To avoid falling victim to such scams, police have urged the public to purchase concert tickets exclusively through the authorized ticketing platform, Ticketmaster. They emphasized that under the terms and conditions of the sale of Blackpink concert tickets in Singapore, these tickets cannot be transferred or resold.

  • Anyone found to have purchased resale tickets will be denied entry to the concert at the Singapore Sports Hub, where the National Stadium is located.
  • There will be no refunds for those who attempt to enter with resale tickets.
  • Tickets will only be issued to buyers through their Ticketmaster accounts, typically around two weeks before the event.
  • Police also clarified that Ticketmaster will never issue tickets via email.

A Pattern of Scams Targeting Music Events

This is not the first time that scammers have targeted music events. In June, police reported at least 18 cases related to Blackpink’s concert, with total losses amounting to at least SGD26,000. In 2023, there were at least 128 scam reports related to the group’s Pink Concert, resulting in total losses of at least SGD206,000.

Similarly, last year saw over 1,050 scam reports related to Taylor Swift’s concert, with total losses reaching at least SGD658,000.

Staying Vigilant Against Fraud

As fan enthusiasm for major concerts continues to grow, so does the risk of fraudulent activity. Authorities are urging fans to remain cautious and follow official guidelines when purchasing tickets. By sticking to verified sources and being wary of suspicious offers, concertgoers can protect themselves from falling victim to these schemes.

Blackpink at the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival in California, U.S. Photo courtesy of Blackpink

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