Scammer using number 202xxxxx

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Hello I'm New here! Joined: 30 Oct 2012 Posts: 1

Got a call from an unknown number. The lady who answered notified me that I was selected to receive a $9000 government grant as long as I promised not to use it for illegal activities. She said they could direct deposit to a savings or checking account. Wohoo! I played along, acted stupid, gave her bogus yet convincing account information. She seemed very excited that I was on the hook. She said that I needed to call the US Treasury at "202xxxx" and speak to the operator, give her my confirmation number, receive additional directions, and the money would be deposited within 45 minutes.

So I called... multiple times from different numbers, giving them hell each time. It's fun to act like a dumbass who really REALLY needs the money, but is to stoopid to follow directions. Now I'm all out of new phone numbers to call from and they're screening my calls. Perhaps you all can call them for me and give them hell?

Mod edit to obfuscate number - JF

Hello I'm New here! Joined: 08 Nov 2012 Posts: 1

haha, thanks for the number. i have been calling them every 10 mins or so and they are getting pissed. they even threatened me. when they ask for the confirmation number just tell them u forgot.

Hello I'm New here! Joined: 21 Nov 2012 Posts: 3

I'm working this guy: xxxx
When the answering machine starts recording turn up some music. Record up all his space.

He's running a rental scam.

i'll give yours some calls!

Mod edit to obfuscate number - JF

Posted: Thu Nov 22, 2012 12:14 am

STOP! We absolutely have to have posted proof of a scam before numbers can be posted on the board. That means posting a scam e mail.

Posted: Thu Nov 22, 2012 12:47 am

I was obliged to delete the posted numbers. Forum rules do not allow posting phone numbers, email addresses, or other information without substantiation (e.g. emails with full headers).

Forum FAQs wrote:

Do not post email addresses or phone numbers without sourcing them to a scam mail or fake site. The potential for abuse of non-scammers is too great. We're not saying that you would point other baiters towards an ex-significant whatever, cheating spouse, or that neighbor who never returned your power tools. We are saying that in the past, others have. Moderators reserve the right to remove un-sourced phone numbers or email addresses, or just delete that particular post entirely (they're like your credit card company, lots of reserved rights).

Hello I'm New here! Joined: 21 Nov 2012 Posts: 3

I responded to what appeared to be a legit rental ad in Craigslist for a place in Honolulu. This was the reply I got. Google the number if that isn't enough to convince you.
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Thanks for your email and interest in renting my apartment, the property is in a secured neighborhood fully furnished with all necessary amenities. it has a very large bedrooms with spacious in built wardrobe , living room with dining area, 2 bathroom, dishwasher, washing machine and clothes dryer. The home comes with two parking spots, a storage unit where you can deposit my furniture (if you don't like it and you want use your furniture). Pets allowed. The home is in perfect living condition and everything is included (water, electricity, Internet, cable, parking, air conditioning, fireplace, dishwasher, garbage) in the rent.

First Month Rent needed for moving in immediately. If you are not moving in immediately, you would be required to make a down payment of $700 for the security deposit Non- negotiable, to hold property till desired move in date. Also the property is open for short/long term rentals the lease term is negotiable.
Property is available for move in immediately but i am not available to show you the place due to my recent job transfer to Boca Raton, FL.I can only attach and send you photos at this time so if you are interested in renting the property and willing to work with me despite my absence kindly get back to me ASAP so I can forward you the Rental Application and the steps in renting my home.

Feel Free to reach me on my Cell Phone # (614) 238-8625.

Regards.
Samuel .E. David.

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