832 area code phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (832) 637-5771 | ||
| (832) 683-9499 | ||
| (832) 461-8952 | ||
| (832) 307-3173 | ||
| (832) 367-1037 | ||
| (832) 271-0687 | ||
| (832) 263-6306 | ||
| (832) 886-7537 | ||
| (832) 408-3618 | ||
| (832) 281-1535 |
The 832 area code is heavily used for Social Security arrest hoaxes and fake process server threats. Callers pretend to be law enforcement or court officials to intimidate you into paying a fee.
Robocalls threatening SSN and driver's license suspension over fake fraud to steal identity.
"My husband rcv'd a call and now I did. Claiming suspicious activity on my social security number. To call back that number. If I don't call back they will issue an arrest warrant. Such a scam!"
Threatens 3-5 PM service of subpoenas and wage garnishments via HR departments for old debts.
"She stated that she was a process server, provided a case number starting with AB, and told me that she would come to my house or job around 3-5pm on Monday to serve the subpoena. She explained if I was not there to receive the documents, she would document it as a direct refusal and my court case would go on with me."
Warns iCloud is breached or $499 was charged to coerce victims into clicking malicious support links.
"SCAM-Dear customer this is Olivia from Apple support we have found some suspicious activities in your i Cloud account that your i Cloud account has been breached before using any Apple device please contact Apple Support advisor..."
Relentless texts pushing quick AS-IS cash sales, occasionally using names of deceased relatives.
"Hi, Alexis, your place at ____ __ ___ __ is in an area my wife and I were l00king in. Would you be open to a quick AS-IS sale? Cashh of course. We will take care of any repairs needed if any. No fees>>>>>> Let me know when you can. ???? ....Travis & Mayra"
Targets real estate agents with fake law enforcement referral networks to sell expensive, worthless leads.
"Had a missed call and voice message from yesterday 2/24/2021 at 959am HST. Sounded like a young man. He said his name is James and calling from Police Dot News and looking for a real estate professional that he could send some police officers to if they are looking to buy or sell in my area."
Sends early-morning texts with fake prescription card images to harvest health insurance data at pharmacies.
"Received text from (832) 286-6282 saying I had a new prescription card as of a certain date and needed to take it to my pharmacy."
Area code 832 covers the same geographic region as area codes 713 and 281, primarily serving Houston and its environs in Texas.
Area code 832 is part of an overlay complex with area codes 713 , 281 , 346 , and 621 . Area code 713 was one of the original four area codes for Texas, established in 1947. Area code 281 was created in 1996. Area code 832 was added in 1999. Area code 346 was added in 2014, and area code 621 is scheduled to be in service by January 23, 2025. Ten-digit dialing is mandatory for all calls in the Houston area.
One of several overlays for the Houston metro, 832 covers the same expansive territory as 281, 346, and 713 across Houston and its suburbs. Energy company representatives, Texas Medical Center patient coordinators, and port logistics dispatchers are characteristic callers.