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TikTok Scheme Selling Fake PSG Tickets Leads to Arrest and Judicial Inquiry

Investigators say the account defrauded about 2,000 people for at least €40,000.

Overview

  • France’s national cybercrime unit, BL2C, arrested Ainis D., 22, at his home in Montataire on March 3 after tracking a social media ticket scam.
  • Prosecutors referred him for the opening of a judicial inquiry on fraud, forgery, and money‑laundering charges.
  • Investigators estimate roughly 2,000 victims and at least €40,000 in proceeds, and the suspect acknowledged the figures.
  • The scheme used TikTok resale accounts to offer PSG match seats, but the tickets were fake and did not grant entry to the stadium.
  • Investigators say his brother helped and fled during the arrest, and the search continues as the case remains active.