Toronto police are warning fans to be cautious when purchasing tickets to upcoming World Series games featuring the Toronto Blue Jays , as scammers look to exploit the surge in demand.

The Toronto Police Service said in a public advisory Wednesday that major sporting events often attract fraudsters targeting fans seeking tickets, merchandise, and accommodations.

Police say scammers may pose as legitimate sellers on social media, classified websites, or fake ticketing platforms, offering tickets that are counterfeit, duplicated, or non-existent. Once payment is made, the seller often disappears, leaving buyers without tickets and out of money.

The advisory lists common scams, including fake resale websites, phony electronic tickets, and requests for payment through e-transfer, crypto

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