Got the same call as everyone else on this thread. First from "Thomas O'Brien" and then when I asked to speak to his manager it was "Michael Black". When I asked if they were actually from India, he said, "no, Pakistan." He wouldn't get off the phone even though our conversation became ridiculous and it was probably quite clear to him that I would not be giving him a Debit Card number. What a nuisance. I reported them online to the FTC and IRS but doubtful they can do anything so I really hope noone is falling for this idiotic scam.
got a call from 408 6789000. The caller identified himself as Deputy Connor of Santa Clara County Sheriff's office. Asked us to call 202 864 0297. Specifically mentioned my husband's name. Had received a federal complaint and would be arrested if not respond within next 1/2 hour.
I got the exact message and called the number given. Went to the sheriff's office and it seems it is a scam. Do any of you got the call on Vonage line, Ooma, any other VOIP or on a direct landline?
I got a call from 408 678 9000 asking me to contact Michael Black @ the above mentioned number 202 864 0297. The guy speaking from the 408 number identified himself as a deputy Police officer from the Santa Clara county sheriffs office and told me that there was a federal complaint from a federal office Michael Black and that I should immediately contact him at the 202 area code number to avoid legal problems
YEp Same deal.. horrible accent asking about my Hubby and asking me do you have any idea why there is a arrest warrent of your husband. I said you are calling me so you should know. Then he started saying do you want the police to come by your door in next 45 mins and arrest him. If not you should cooparate.. seriously! I said you know what why don't you send the Police officer it will be better talking to him than you.
So many complains what the heck is this .. anyone found out what we can do to stop these morons???
Received three voice mail messages and one of them came from 202-864-0297. All three messages essentially said that the speaker is an IRS agent with the Crime Investigation Unit and that I should call back immediately or else risk arrest. The last one said "If you do not answer this call all I can say is good luck as the situation unfolds."
The IRS website specifically states that it will never initiate contact with taxpayers via email or telephone calls. All IRS communication is by written mail. As per the IRS website I confirmed that I had no legal issue with them.
These callers come off as very uneducated and rough. I checked the phones and all of them are cell phone numbers.