This number called me numerous times, never left a message. The last time they called I answered on the first ring and they hung up.
Based on the other posts here, I called them at (800)925-6686. Spoke to a representative who told me they were looking for Derek someone-or-other. Most likely this Derek you-know-what-hole gave someone my number and then skipped out on his debt.
Don't be mad at CBE, they're just trying to collect what is owed. Be mad at the person who gave them YOUR number instead of their own. ;-)
I've been getting the same call from "Wendy", telling me to call an 800 number or press 1 to get "a representative". Called the 800 number, they didn't have a clue. Another time or two, pressed 1 and was put on hold. I've better things to do than wait so hung up.
A little web research shows that this is a collection agency - CBE Group- in Des Moines. Why they are calling me is anyone's guess - I'm not in debt that I know of, and certainly haven't received any mail to that effect. Maybe whoever had my number previously?
Finally after pressing 1 a representative answered - apparently they were trying to call someone who at one time had my number. After I told them it was my number they said they would update their records (we'll see - would more of these calls be harassment?). They didn't seem to appreciate the fact that it isn't too hard to tell what number goes with what name.
BTW, it IS the CBE Group - what a bunch of idiots!