Bank of Ireland has urged music fans to remain vigilant against ticket scams.
The warning comes amid a 28% rise in purchase scams reported to the bank in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period last year, reports Breaking News.
It has been issued ahead of Luke Combs’ sold-out Slane Castle concerts on 18 and 19 July, with thousands of fans expected to attend the iconic venue.
Fraudsters are increasingly targeting fans through fake ticket listings on social media, online marketplaces and unofficial resale websites, reports Breaking News.
Fans have been advised to look out for tickets being offered at unusually low prices, sellers seeking a quick sale, pressure to act fast or pay immediately, requests to move the purchase outside of an official resale platform, sellers who can only provide screenshots as proof of purchase, sellers unwilling to use ticket transfer or resale facilities, and ticket adverts appearing through social media or unsolicited messages.
Nicola Sadlier, head of fraud protection at Bank of Ireland, said that demand for Luke Combs tickets remains high, with many fans seeking opportunities through resale channels, reports Breaking News.
“Fraudsters understand the excitement surrounding major events like this and often target fans who are keen not to miss out,” she said.
“Whether you are buying tickets for Luke Combs, Electric Picnic or any other major summer events, it is important to take your time and make sure you are buying from a trusted source.
“If you are looking for tickets, stick to verified resale platforms and be wary of deals that seem too good to be true,” reports Breaking News.
It is also worth noting that for Electric Picnic in particular, ticket transfer does not open until just a week or two before the festival, meaning anyone selling tickets before that point cannot actually transfer them to you.
Bank of Ireland has advised fans to only purchase through official ticket sellers or verified resale platforms, and if targeted, to contact their bank immediately as they can try to stop the fraud and potentially recover funds, reports Breaking News.
Bank of Ireland customers can contact the Fraud Team 24/7 on the Freephone line 1800 946 764.
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