GAA ticket scam in Limerick under investigation by gardaí

A TICKET scam in relation to an upcoming GAA match is being investigated by gardaí.

On May 12, a woman in her 30s reported purchasing four GAA tickets through a Facebook ad from a man based in Limerick city for an upcoming GAA match.  

“She transferred the money, but no tickets ever arrived,” said Sergeant Michelle O’Halloran, crime prevention officer, Henry St garda station.

The incident is now under investigation by gardaí at Henry St garda station.

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“I understand it can be difficult to get tickets when the demand is so high for various events but if you are buying tickets, our advice is simple: stick to trusted platforms,” Sgt O’Halloran continued. 

“If you're buying from someone privately, always ask for proof of purchase and check the details carefully. We strongly advise people to avoid cash or bank transfers.”

Sgt O’Halloran suggested instead that people use more “secure methods” like PayPal or a credit card, as they “offer protection if something goes wrong”.

“Equally, if you’re selling tickets, the best route is through the official resale options on verified platforms, they’re the safest,” Sgt O’Halloran continued. 

“Never post a full screenshot of your ticket online, especially not the barcode, as scammers can use those details to create fake tickets. 

“The bottom line is, if something feels off, it probably is.”