After the Diamondbacks’ advancement to the World Series, the Arizona Attorney General’s Office warned people about scammers.
The office said that with big events, like the World Series, the state’s consumer protection officials often see a rise in scams.
“As Arizonans cheer on Diamondbacks as they head to the World Series, remember to safeguard yourself against curveballs that scam artists may throw your way,” said Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes. “Whether you’re purchasing tickets or looking for a place to stay, always remember to step up to the plate with caution. Your vigilance is the best defense against falling victim to fraudsters.”
The scams could include being fake tickets or selling the same ticket multiple times. People could also encounter scammers when traveling to metro Phoenix and seeking a place to stay.
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How to avoid being scammed when buying World Series tickets
The Attorney General’s Office said to follow these tips to avoid being scammed when buying tickets for the big games.
- Only purchase from trusted vendors.
- If purchasing tickets from someone you don’t know, be cautious.
- Don’t buy tickets with cash, wire transfer, gift cards or money transfer. Scammers prefer these payment methods as they are hard to trace and recover your money. If you pay with credit card, you can dispute the charge.
- If you plan to use mobile wallet or sites like Venmo, Zelle and CashApp, be aware of the protections offered by the site before proceeding with your purchase.
- Watch out for low prices. “Remember, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” the Attorney General’s Office said.
How to be safe when looking for places to stay
The Attorney General’s Office offered these tips to avoid being scammed when looking for a place to stay.
- Be wary about making reservations with unknown businesses and make sure to receive written confirmation of a reservation.
- Avoid rental companies that are unreachable during normal business hours, are out of state or international or are only wanting to do business via text.
- Scam artists prefer untraceable payment methods as it’s harder for you to recover your money. Pay with a credit card so you can dispute the transaction if need be.
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