I have been left 2 messages - @ my work number no less. A William Wright of Rice left a message (for my maiden name) - when I read through all of the google messages about this scam I HAD to call and harrass. I called back and wanted more specifics about the call and why they were not contacting the correct person (never giving my new name). Mr. (Special Agt) Rice / Wright wanted to know my name and said that he couldn't help me until he knew who I was. When I got angry that he has called several times and should know me he told me to wait for paperwork and have an attorney call him.
I actually called back and said that he must not realize that he is calling a law firm and that he should explain himself - another hang up :) What a bunch of Ja.......sses!
Just got a call again today!!!! They called about a year ago and I offered to do a conference call with the local police department. He said, go ahead and when I said hold on, he hung up. I called the number back todayand got a recorded message. So, I left a message, never giving my name and said, you have my number, so let me know when you want to do the conference call with our local law enforcement, or better yet with the hotline in Washington, DC.....
I just called the DEA in Washington and confirmed this is indeed a major extortion scam - DEA is asking anyone to please call this number - 877-792-2873 and report it, with as much detail as possible - These people need to be caught, so if you have any information please call - 877-792-2873 number... I called and provided the phone#202 239 2860, the person's name William Wright and the address that they gave me to send $850 to ..... thanks, T....
I also received a call from "Special Agent William Wright from the DEA Office in Washington DC. Please call me back as soon as possible at 202-239-2860 or 202 241-8927 202-239-2860."
After Googling his number I found the reference to the DEA investigative department 877-792-2873. That appears to be a legitimate number to leave complaints regarding this bogus extortion scam.
Thanks 800notes and fellow contributors for the heads up!!!