A Hong Kong man in his 20s has reportedly fallen victim to a BLACKPINK concert ticket scam, losing approximately 850,000 Korean won (HK$4,900). The incident occurred while he was attempting to purchase tickets for BLACKPINK’s upcoming concert in Hong Kong, scheduled for January next year.
According to a report from the South China Morning Post (SCMP) on June 16, Hong Kong police have received over 200 online shopping scam reports in the past week alone. The total damage from these scams has reached nearly HK$5.5 million (approx. 955 million KRW).
The victim found BLACKPINK concert tickets listed for sale on the Threads social media platform and contacted the seller via Instagram. After agreeing to purchase two e-tickets, he transferred HK$4,900 to the seller’s account, expecting to receive QR codes for entry. However, the tickets were never delivered.
The Hong Kong Police Force issued an official warning through their “CyberDefender” Facebook page, urging residents to be cautious when purchasing tickets or goods online. They advised verifying seller information and completing transactions in person whenever possible. If any red flags appear, police recommend canceling the deal immediately.
BLACKPINK is set to perform two concerts in Hong Kong in January 2026 at Kai Tak Sports Park, with tickets reportedly selling out within 90 minutes of release. The high demand has made tickets a target for scammers, prompting further concern among fans.
This incident serves as a reminder to exercise caution when purchasing high-demand concert tickets online, especially for K-pop events with massive global fanbases.