I received a phone call today (10-21-2015) to my home number with a message left at 8:55 am from the following number: (323) 284-5627. I wanted to know if this number is really from the US Treasury, because it said “unknown” on caller ID, and they didn’t say my name. I have not called the number back. I am not aware of any issue or reason anyone from the US Treasury would be calling, it just seemed strange because there were no other details. It sounds threatening.
Below is a transcript of the message was left from a male with an Indian (from India) accent:
“Hi this message is intended to contact you. My name is Steve Martin. I am calling regarding an enforcement action executed by the US Treasury intending your serious attention. Ignoring this will be an intentional second attempt to avoid initial appearance before a magistrate judge, or a grand jury for a federal criminal offense. My number is 323 284-5627. I repeat 323 284-5627. I advise you to cooperate with us, and help us to help you. Thank you. “
After listening to the message, I went to the US Treasury website, and found the following
http://www.treasury.gov/about/organizational-structure/ig/Pages/default.aspx
FRAUD ALERT: "SCAMMERS CLAIMING TO BE FROM THE TREASURY DEPARTMENT."
"Telephone and email scammers, many communicating from other countries, claim to be Treasury officials promising grants or threatening arrests unless payments are made. These thieves count on you believing them. But they’re lying, and trying to steal from you. Their actions are crimes under Titles 18 and 31 of the U.S. Code, and the Treasury Office of Inspector General is working to stop them. "
It said to "send emails to
[email protected], or call 202-927-0650 to report. We will get their phone and email services cancelled."
I called and left a detailed message, as well I emailed with a transcript of the message.