Scam Alert! I received two phone calls today with a recording that left the following message, "Ignoring this would be an intentional second attempt to avoid initial appearance before magistrate judge or a grand jury for federal criminal offense. My number is 856-229-9159. I repeat 856-229-9159. I'd like you to cooperate with us and help us to help you. Thank you." Be aware friends!!
I got a voicemail from this number today. Instead of deleting it, I called back and asked for information about the proceeding, then told "Lisa Brown" that she was NOT an agent of the United States Treasury but a scam artist who needs to stop.
Then I called again from another phone. The same person answered, and I had the same conversation, telling her that I was going to keep calling back and wasting her time.
I encourage others to do the same. Turnabout is fair play, and the time spent talking to people like us will prevent her from talking to vulnerable senior citizens and others who fall for this trap.