Police arrested Tyrone Rose and Shamara Simmons for allegedly stealing over 900 Taylor Swift concert tickets via a cybercrime operation. They exploited a loophole in an offshore ticketing system and earned approximately $635,000 in profits from reselling the tickets. Prosecutors are exploring whether this operation is part of a larger scheme, while the DA noted that additional individuals may be involved. The operation was connected not only to Swift's tour but also to tickets for Adele and Ed Sheeran concerts, NBA games, and other events.
Queens District Attorney Melinda Katz stated that the defendants exploited Taylor Swift's concert popularity to profit from stolen tickets. They allegedly procured over 900 tickets worth $635,000.
The ticket scalping operation extended beyond Taylor Swift's concerts, reportedly defrauding ticket sales for Adele, Ed Sheeran, NBA games, and the US Open.
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