For a while at start of the new year, the robo calls slowed down. Well they're BACK! It does not pay to answer. I increased my ring count, so now there are no more voice mail messages. At least for now. I have filed complaints with both federal and state (Commonwealth of PA) Do Not Call websites, and Pennsy was courteous enough to send me a form letter in reply -- they admit they are powerless to trace and stop these calls. The robo callers use sophisticated computer software to constantly change their untraceable phone numbers. So unless I recognize the caller, I just don't answer. There are usually 4 rings and then it stops.
Constant calls from this Out of State #..No ID except Customer Dept. Anyone know exactly WHO THEY ARE? Never leave message!!!!!! That's why I believe Telemarketer.
When I answered the phone it was from a robotic telemarketer for switching to another electricity provider.
Don't know how they obtained the name of my elecrticity provider, but they state that in their message.
I didn't bother to listen to the entire message. I just blocked their number.
This number was part of a block of numbers purchased by a company called EngageTel, and assigned to companies owned by a person named Arash Akhavan, who sold energy services. We filed a lawsuit regarding this under the TCPA -- which allows recovery of up to $1,500 per illegal robo call. I am continuing to investigate EngageTel - and would be willing to sue under the TCPA if you have claims. Feel free to call me at 312-720-9191 for a free consultation regarding my client's suit and your rights under the TCPA. Lawyer advertisement.