Extremely Dangerous Phone Numbers You Should Block in New York

 

However, there are many times an unknown number appears on your phone and your phone doesn't realize its a scam call.

Officials warn some phone numbers are more dangerous than others. These numbers are the most common numbers used by scammers who are trying to steal your identity, and/or drain your bank accounts.

The FBI says you might be in danger if you answer calls or texts from these numbers.

5 Dangerous Phone Numbers You Should Block NOW

According to Been Verified, these numbers are most often used for identity stealing, bank account draining phone scams.

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(865) 630-4266

(865) 630-4266

 

(865) 630-4266

Wells Fargo has more than 40 locations in 32 different Idaho towns, so there’s a decent chance that you may bank with them. If you do, this is a number you should absolutely block. The Knoxville, TN number has been linked to a scam telling the victim to call ASAP because their debit card has been locked due to fraud activity. If you are a Wells Fargo, you may be tempted to call the number or click the link they provided to you to take care of the fraudulent activity. Don’t do that. Call the customer service number printed on your card or go to a branch to ask your questions. 

(469) 709-7630

(469) 709-7630

 

(469) 709-7630

If you live in a confusing apartment complex or are having your packages delivered to your suite in a large office building, this might look legit to you. It’s a text telling you there’s a failed delivery and that you should call this number to rectify the problem. We’d hope you’d pause to think about if you were actually expecting a package and question why the text from this Dallas area code doesn’t identify which carrier they’re with. But, we’re initially writing this during the holidays and we totally understand why you’d just do it to ensure your packages arrive in time.

(805) 637-7243 

(805) 637-7243

 

(805) 637-7243

Publishers Clearing House is still a thing?! We had no idea because it’s not nearly as popular as it was back in the 1990s. This California number is most frequently linked to a Publishers Clearing House scam claiming that you won one of their sweepstakes. Other times, the scammers pretend to be a major credit card company’s fraud department. BeenVerified explains that one of their users that got a fake Visa fraud call was told that if she hung up a $499 unauthorized charge would go through.

(858) 605-9622

(858) 605-9622

 

(858) 605-9622

This one’s very similar to the Wells Fargo scam we mentioned earlier except the bank changes. One day your account was compromised at Chase. Another day, PNC. Wells Fargo’s was used too. By choosing popular national bank bands that are available nationwide, they’re betting on you having an account of one of those and calling this San Diego based number. Don’t do it unless you REALLY are asking for fraudulent activity on your account.

(863) 532-7969

(863) 532-7969

 

(863) 532-7969

If you’re someone who’s managed to resist credit cards most of your life, this is the bank scam looking for you. It’s looking for people who use debit cards instead. Like the other scams, it’s telling you your account has been frozen. Unlike the others, it doesn’t mention an actual bank because they’re gambling on the fact that just about every American has a debit card. The Florida based number isn’t linked to any credible bank.

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Do Not Answer Calls From These Area Codes 

Experts also warn there are a number of area codes you should avoid picking up.

If you see any of these six area codes on your caller ID and don't know anyone living in that area code, it's likely you're getting scammed.

Six Area Codes You Should Never Answer In New York State

If you see a phone call from any of these area codes you should "never" answer.

876 Area Code

876 Area Code

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876 Area Code

The 876 Area Code is linked to Jamaica. The scammer typically uses this area code in scams that include work-at-home and lottery.

“Anyone receiving an unexpected call from area code 876 should be on high alert,” New Hampshire senior assistant attorney general James Boffetti told AARP. “There is a high likelihood that these calls are from scam artists. Unfortunately, these scammers are very persistent and in some cases verbally abusive, threatening to harm victims if they do not send money.”

284 Area Code

284 Area Code 

284 Area Code

Scammers using the 284 area code are linked to the British Virgin Islands.

"One advantage for scammers operating from those area codes is that 'sometimes calls between neighboring countries do not require the usual ’011′ international prefix,'" Yahoo Finance reports.

473 Area Code

473 Area Code 

473 Area Code

Area code 473 is the local telephone area code of Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. The area code has been linked to "various types of fraud," according to Social Catfish.

268 Area Code

268 Area Code 

268 Area Code

Scammers have been known to use the 268 area code. This area code is associated with Antigua and Barbuda.

"Under no circumstances should one answer the phone if one's caller ID indicates that it is coming from a 473 or 268 area codes," All Island Security states.

649 Area Code

649 Area Code 

649 Area Code

The 649 area code is also an area code used by scammers in various types of fraud. The area code is linked to the Turks and Caicos Islands.

809 Area Code

809 Area Code 

809 Area Code

The 809 area code is from the Dominican Republic. Yahoo Finance says to "Beware" of this area code because many scammers use it.

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In 2017 alone, 16.7 million individuals were impacted by identity theft, and more than $16.8 billion dollars were stolen. With the right information, scammers can steal and use your identity to open a line of credit in your name, take money out of your bank accounts, or obtain services that they never pay for—to name a few.

Identity theft can be hard to uncover, as scammers often go to great lengths to keep you unaware such as ensuring all bills and statements are sent to an alternative address. Make sure to regularly check your accounts for unexplained withdrawals and check your credit score often to ensure no unauthorized accounts have been opened in your name. You should also carefully guard your personal information—keeping all personal documents in a secure location and never giving out information to unsolicited callers.

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