Providence Men Arrested in Ticket Fraud Scheme
Two men allegedly used stolen credit card data to conduct thousands of illegal ticket transactions.
Updated on Oct. 3, 2026 in Financial Crime
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Police arrested Jose Cabezudo and Moises Carrasco in Providence for their alleged roles in a long-running ticket fraud operation. The duo is accused of using stolen credit card numbers to conduct more than 3,800 fraudulent online transactions.
Why it matters
The case highlights the risks associated with unauthorized social media ticket sales, which provided the defendants a platform to reach over 2,200 followers. Authorities claim the scheme targeted amusement parks in Tennessee, resulting in federal wire fraud charges.
The defendants face six counts of wire fraud and two counts of aggravated identity theft in the District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. The investigation remains active as authorities process evidence from the alleged multi-year scheme.
The players
Jose Cabezudo
He is a 33-year-old Providence resident charged with involvement in the ticket fraud operation.
Moises Carrasco
He is a 29-year-old Providence resident charged alongside his co-defendant for wire fraud and identity theft.
The details
The defendants allegedly operated a Facebook page called Supaa Tickets, where they sold admission to customers who messaged them directly. They reportedly funded these purchases using stolen credit card information to acquire digital tickets.
Timeline
The fraud scheme operated from July 2022 to April 2026.
The Supaa Tickets Facebook page last posted in September 2026.
Police arrested the two suspects in Providence on October 2, 2026.
Legal Context
This case reflects the increasing federal focus on prosecuting organized digital fraud schemes that cross state lines. Such indictments mirror historical efforts by the Department of Justice to curtail sophisticated online identity theft rings that utilize social media platforms.
The arrests serve as a reminder for residents to verify the legitimacy of third-party ticket vendors on social media before making payments. Consumers should avoid sharing financial information with unverified accounts to protect themselves from potential identity theft.
The takeaway
Always use official channels or authorized platforms when purchasing event tickets to ensure transaction security. Avoid purchasing digital goods from social media pages that request payment via direct messaging, as these are often red flags for fraudulent activity.
Further reading
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