Just received a call saying they would go to my place of employment or my residence csuse they have 2 files if complaint against me. Was left a message to call back 409-449-1177 but the caller Id had a different number. They also gave me a case number? Said I will forfit any rights if they find me. From what i read it sounds like a scam. Should i call them back?
I have been receiving automated calls leaving computerized-voice messages. I finally decided to answer the call. They said they were from "The Office of Pretrial Processing" and gave me my name and asked if my Social Security Number ended in the wrong 4 last numbers. I told them that I would not give out any Social Security Number information until they told me who they were. They said, "Well, we cannot talk to you if you do not give us that information. Have a nice day." and hung up on me. No time to even have a follow-up question. I called back and same experience.
The two individuals names they gave me was "Carol Francis" and "Marsha".
My husband and I have been getting a lot of calls from this number. We decided to call, the first person we talking to was very rude and would not give us any information and hung up. We called again and spoke with Charles, once again very rude but he called my husband an idiot and threatened us! he was making illegal threats! SCAMMM!
call husband asking for his assistance with a claim when call back ask for ss than said own money on a payday loan for over $900 and for him to pay in 24 hr or pay over $3,000 in court all information was wrong said we have 24 hr get them information to them. Never said who she was, give no name of pay loan company or lawyer name or firm and didn't give information to send paper pay day loan company was in the wrong.All call from them was a answering message n last one said since void them they would file with Check System on him. What there was no check involved so file claim with FTC this is second time to file a claim got call from 409--449-1177 409-449-1186 The number are from Evade or Beaumont, Tx
Here are a few warning signs that could signal a debt collection scam:
The debt collector threatens you. Legitimate debt collectors probably won't claim that they'll have you arrested or claim that they or their employees are law enforcement officers.
The debt collector refuses to give you information about your debt or is trying to collect a debt you do not recognize. You have certain rights to ask a debt collector to verify the debt. You can use this sample letter to request this information. Ask for an explanation in writing before you pay.
The debt collector refuses to give you a mailing address or phone number.
The debt collector asks you for sensitive personal financial information. You should never provide anyone with your personal financial information unless you are sure they're legitimate.
If you think that a caller may be a fake debt collector:
Ask the caller for his or her name, company, street address, telephone number, and professional license number. Many states require debt collectors to be licensed. Check the information the caller provides you with your state officials, or the state in which the debt collector holds a license. If the caller refuses or is unable to provide you with information about his company, or if you can’t verify the information he provides, do not give money to the caller or company.
Tell the caller that you refuse to discuss any debt until you get a written "validation notice." This notice must include:
The amount of the debt
The name of the creditor you owe
A description of certain rights under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
If a caller refuses to give you all of this information, consider requesting this information in writing or seeking assistance before paying the debt to make sure the debt, and the company, are valid.
Tip: You can consider sending the collector a letter requesting the information by using one of the CFPB's sample letters. You can also submit a complaint to the CFPB or you can contact your state Attorney General’s office.
Do not give the caller personal financial or other sensitive information. Never give out or confirm personal financial or other sensitive information like your bank account, credit card, or Social Security number unless you know the company or person you are talking with is a real debt collector. Scam artists, like fake debt collectors, can use your information to commit identity theft such as:
Charging your existing credit cards
Opening new credit card or checking accounts
Writing fraudulent checks
Taking out loans in your name
Contact your creditor. If the debt is legitimate – but you think the collector may not be – contact your creditor about the calls. Share the information you have about the suspicious calls and find out who, if anyone, the creditor has authorized to collect the debt.
Report the call. Submit a complaint with the CFPB or get in touch with your state Attorney General's office with information about suspicious callers.
Stop speaking with the caller.If nothing else works and you believe the calls are fraudulent, send a letter demanding that the caller stop contacting you, and keep a copy for your files.
Tip: You can use this sample letter to write a letter demanding the debt collector stop contacting you. By law, real debt collectors must stop calling you if you ask them to in writing.
Tip: If you're having trouble with debt collection, you can submit a complaint with the CFPB online or by calling (855) 411-CFPB (2372).