Another Rip Off Scam

[zombiegirl]

Got This in an e-mail. I don't know how true it is but I thought I'd pass it on just in case. IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT AREA CODES: We actually received a call last week from the 809 area code. The woman said "Hey, this is Karen. Sorry I missed you--get back to us quickly. I Have something important to tell you." Then she repeated a phone number beginning with 809 "We didn't respond". Then this week, we received the following e-mail: Subject: DON'T EVER DIAL AREA CODE 809 , 284 AND 876 THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION PROVIDED TO US BY AT&T. DON'T EVER DIAL AREA CODE 809 This one is being distributed all over the US . This is pretty scary, especially given the way they try to get you to call. Be sure you read this and pass it on. The y get you to call by telling you that it is information about a family member who has been ill or to tell you someone has-been arrested, died, or to let you know you have won a wonderful prize, etc. In each case, you are told to call the 809 number right away. Since there are so many new area codes these days, people unknowingly return these calls. If you call from the US , you will apparently be charged $2425 per-minute. Or, you'll get a long recorded message. The point is, they will try to keep you on the phone as long as possible to increase the charges. Unfortunately, when you get your phone bill, you'll often be charged more than $24, 100.00. WHY IT WORKS: The 809 area code is located in the British Virgin Islands (The Bahamas ). The charges afterwards can become a real nightmare. That's because you did actually make the call. If you complain, both your local phone company and your long distance carrier will not want to get involved and will most likely tell you that they are simply providing the billing for the foreign company. You'll end up dealing with a foreign company that argues they have done nothing wrong. Please forward this entire message to your friends, family and colleagues to help them become aware of this scam Sandi Van Handel AT&T Field Service Manager (920)687-904 < /SPAN> Additional information on these area codes can be found from ATT at: http://www.consumer.att.com/consumertips

[p2501]

I ran the area codes through a telex service i have at work. they all tie to the carribean. 809 = Caribbean Islands 248 = British Virgin Islands 809 = Jamaica more info here. http://www.scambusters.org/809Scam.html

[HLS]

I ran the area codes through a telex service i have at work. they all tie to the carribean. 809 = Caribbean Islands 248 = British Virgin Islands 809 = Jamaica more info here. http://www.scambusters.org/809Scam.html We3ll for one thing if they claim it is a family thing you would apparently know what area code they were in. I would not call some stranger I would contact other family directly. What i love is those 800 numbers that when you call it it tells you to dial a 900 number. I remember about 8 years ago i called one of those psychic lines claiming it was a free call and gave you and 800 number but when I dialed it it told you to call some 900 number where the first 3 minutes will be free then rest like such and such a minute. of course I would not dial.

[Adrenochrome]

We3ll for one thing if they claim it is a family thing you would apparently know what area code they were in. I would not call some stranger I would contact other family directly. What i love is those 800 numbers that when you call it it tells you to dial a 900 number. I remember about 8 years ago i called one of those psychic lines claiming it was a free call and gave you and 800 number but when I dialed it it told you to call some 900 number where the first 3 minutes will be free then rest like such and such a minute. of course I would not dial. Wha wha what??????

[kortick]

i have been getting strange calls on my phone my caller id show up with the number 111-111-1111 i dont answer that and they dont leave a message and i dont call back anyone else have this happen?

[OddDNA]

i have been getting strange calls on my phone my caller id show up with the number 111-111-1111 i dont answer that and they dont leave a message and i dont call back anyone else have this happen? That is Jesus calling from heaven

[Adrenochrome]

i have been getting strange calls on my phone my caller id show up with the number 111-111-1111 i dont answer that and they dont leave a message and i dont call back anyone else have this happen? well, when I get that # it's from Blockbuster telling me I'm late......serious....it's blockbuster

[Marie]

Got This in an e-mail. I don't know how true it is but I thought I'd pass it on just in case. IMPORTANT INFO ABOUT AREA CODES:[/url] Used as a scam, but usually only for a few bucks apparently... http://www.snopes.com/fraud/telephone/809.asp M_

[p2501]

Wha wha what?????? I'm glad someone else caught that. ****ing wow! i have been getting strange calls on my phone my caller id show up with the number 111-111-1111 i dont answer that and they dont leave a message and i dont call back anyone else have this happen? the person ringing you is calling from a "sheilded" line. basicly their dailing out from a bank of variable extentsions that screws up your called ID. 9 times out of 10 it's either a solicitor or a collections person. best to just ignore it altogether.

[erisi236]

i have been getting strange calls on my phone my caller id show up with the number 111-111-1111 i dont answer that and they dont leave a message and i dont call back anyone else have this happen? Hmmm, well if it's ever 444-444-4444 definatly do NOT pick up, cuz it's that kid from the Grudge and you'll be killed if you answer it, seriously, it happend to GoGo!