BTS ticket scams: 41 cases reported, nearly RM96,000 lost, say police [WATCH]
Police have reported 41 BTS ticket scam cases in Malaysia with victims losing nearly RM96,000, according to NST Online. Malaysian consumers should verify ticket vendors' legitimacy and avoid sharing personal or payment information with unverified sources.
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