Omotayo Fashola
(Liverpool supporters celebrate at Anfield. Photo Credit: Getty Images)
Liverpool FC has intensified its crackdown on unauthorized ticket reselling, issuing lifetime bans to 397 individuals involved in touting schemes.
Working closely with Merseyside Police, the club seized assets worth £1.3 million linked to a sophisticated ticketing fraud network that had been targeting passionate fans.
Recent investigations uncovered widespread violations, resulting in 448 permanent bans and 122 temporary suspensions for offenders.
Merseyside Police’s Economic Crime Unit lauded the joint operation, emphasizing its role in safeguarding loyal supporters from exploitation.
Officers highlighted the success of the campaign in dismantling organized fraud rings while ensuring tickets reach genuine fans at fair prices.
Confiscated proceeds were distributed between law enforcement agencies, with a portion reinvested into community safety initiatives.
This latest move follows Liverpool’s aggressive anti-touting strategy, which previously led to the deactivation of 152,000 suspicious accounts within 24 months.
Club officials scrutinized 725,000 ticket registrations last season, flagging 71,920 fraudulent attempts while continuing to monitor another 132,500 accounts for irregularities.
As part of its zero-tolerance approach, Liverpool voided 4,256 tickets tied to suspicious transactions, making them available through legitimate sales channels.
Enhanced security protocols now include rigorous entry checks at Anfield and partner stadiums, with specialized teams intercepting an average of 350 potential violations per match across domestic and European competitions.
