A mother from the Midlands is facing a prison sentence after admitting to a fraudulent scheme that saw Oasis fans lose around £4,000 for non-existent concert tickets.
The Details of the Fraud
Rosie Slater, aged 32 and from Betley, Newcastle-under-Lyme, falsely advertised that she had tickets for the iconic band's highly anticipated reunion concerts. She specifically claimed to have access to a VIP box at Wembley Stadium for shows scheduled for May 2025.
Her scam involved convincing multiple victims that the tickets were genuine, leading them to transfer money to her. The deception continued as she used the pretence to entice further victims, personally profiting while causing significant financial loss.
Court Proceedings and Police Investigation
Slater appeared at the North Staffordshire Justice Centre on Thursday, December 11, where she pleaded guilty to 11 separate counts of fraud by false representation. Following her admission, she was granted bail but now awaits her fate.
Her sentencing is set for April 13, 2026, where she is expected to receive time behind bars for her crimes. Detective Constable David Stubbs, of Staffordshire Police's investigation bureau, led the complex case.
"This was a complex case that involved multiple victims and a significant amount of money lost," DC Stubbs stated. He emphasised that Slater's actions were calculated, "keeping up the pretence enticing more victims and making personal gain whilst causing a financial loss to the victims."
Public Warning and How to Report
Staffordshire Police have issued a strong reminder to the public following this case. They advise extreme caution when purchasing event tickets, particularly during the busy festive period.
The force stresses that tickets should only be bought from reputable, properly registered companies. They reiterated the well-known adage: "If an offer seems too good to be true, it is often because it is."
DC Stubbs thanked the members of the public who came forward with information, which provided 'key evidence' crucial to securing the conviction.
Anyone who believes they may have been a victim of a similar ticket scam is urged to take the following steps:
- Report it to Action Fraud.
- Contact police on the non-emergency number 101.
- Call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
