8th January 2010

Article by Tom Mack

A 23 year old former Reading University student charged with fraudulently selling Reading Festival tickets has had her case sent to crown court.

Lara Knox appeared at Reading Magistrates Court on Monday 21st December charged with four counts of fraud relating to the 2008 Reading Festival and one count of false representation. It is alleged that between May and August 2008 she made £1,962 from fraudulent activities associated with ticket sales.

Her case is due to be heard later this month.

The Better Festival Group is committed to helping stop ticket fraud. If you know of someone involved in such activities, make an anonymous report to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or file a report online via their website.