OASIS fans have been fleeced out of more than £2million by fraudsters since tickets for the band’s reunion tour went on sale, experts say.
An estimated 5,000 victims made up 56 per cent of ticket scams since August 2024 — losing an average £436 each.
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The biggest amount lost was more than £1,700 — showing how much some fans are willing to pay for a coveted ticket.
Manchester and Edinburgh have the highest number of victims, says Lloyds Banking Group, which based calculations on fraud reports from its own customers.
Many of the scams came from unofficial groups set up on social media, using fake posts or adverts.
Liz Ziegler, fraud prevention director, Lloyds, said: “The Oasis tour is the latest target for ticket scammers, with millions of pounds of fans’ money stolen before the gigs even kick off.
“The fact that so many cases start with fake listings on social media, often in violation of the platforms’ own rules, underscores the importance of these companies taking stronger action to tackle scams.
“It’s vital that consumers feel empowered to shop safely online.
“Buying directly from reputable, authorised retailers is the only way to guarantee you’re paying for a genuine ticket.
“If you’re asked to pay via bank transfer, particularly by a seller you’ve found on social media, that should immediately set alarm bells ringing.”
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