Area code 432 is heavily used for Social Security suspension scams and phantom debt calls. Callers claim you owe money for an old loan to trick you into paying immediately.
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Getting calls from 432 area code and wonder if it's a scam? You're not alone. Scammers frequently spoof Texas (Midland, Odessa, Big Spring) phone numbers to trick you into answering. Here are the most common area code 432 scams based on user comments:
Scammers are robocalling residents in West Texas, often using a computerized voice to falsely claim your Social Security Number has been suspended for "criminal activity" or other vague "reasons." They may identify themselves as "Officer Maria Gomez" and threaten legal action or arrest to scare you into calling back and revealing personal information.
The Social Security Administration will never call you to threaten you, demand payment, or tell you that your SSN has been suspended. The SSA communicates through official mail, not intimidating robocalls.
"I received an automated call. The computerized voice introduced itself as Officer Maria Gomez, and advised my social security number has been suspended for 'some reasons'. The computerized voice requested I call back 432-803-5761. This is obviously a scam."
Callers using names like "Dustin Peterson" are leaving urgent voicemails claiming a "complaint" is attached to your Social Security number. They create a false sense of urgency, warning that a "decision will be rendered very soon" if you don't call back, trying to frighten you into paying a non-existent debt.
Real process servers who file legal complaints do not call ahead to warn you; they deliver official documents in person. Furthermore, legitimate debt collectors must mail you a written validation notice within five days of first contacting you.
"Hey good morning my name is Dustin Peterson I'm calling for Regina Thompson. This is the second attempt to reach you in regards to a complaint attached to your social. It is very important this call is returned in order to assist you before recommendation is put into place for client to move forward. Decision will be rendered very soon."
Relentless callers are targeting 432 area code residents about Medicare, sometimes calling over a dozen times in a single day. They often know your name but will refuse to identify themselves or their company, repeatedly calling even after being told to stop.
Medicare will not call you unless you've specifically asked them to. Representatives will never call you unsolicited to sell products or ask for personal information. Anyone doing so is likely a scammer.
"Received 20 call a day for weeks from this number. I would answer about 3 a week. They started they where calling about my husbands Medicare. I explained to them I had asked them to stop calling me dozens of times. They continue to say they will remove my number from their call list. Calls start at 9 am to 9 pm."
Scammers are making calls claiming to be from the IRS and threatening legal action. They leave alarming messages stating the IRS is "going to sue" you to create panic and trick you into calling back and sending money.
The IRS's first contact with you will almost always be through official U.S. Mail, not a threatening phone call. The IRS does not demand immediate payment over the phone or threaten to bring in local police for not paying.
"STATES THEY ARE WITH IRS AND GOING TO SUE ME! FAKE"
Residents have reported receiving calls from individuals falsely claiming to be from Publisher's Clearing House. This is a well-known scam where the caller will eventually ask you to pay a fee for taxes or processing in order to receive a large, non-existent cash prize.
Publisher's Clearing House does not call major prize winners to notify them. They famously show up in person with their "Prize Patrol." Furthermore, it is illegal to require a purchase or payment to enter or win a sweepstakes.
"Got a call from this number with them claiming to be from Publisher's Clearing House."
Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 201 Scams and Spam Calls
No, area code 432 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Texas, United States. Area code 432 is a general purpose code that has been in service since April 5, 2003.
Most common 432 scam types are:
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near Texas, or have a 432 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
Calling back to unknown spam number may incur premium charges or at least confirm your phone number is active and lead to more spam and scam calls.
There are three main ways to reduce spam calls:
It's definitely possible to block all specific area code phone numbers. However, we do not recommend this option because it would also prevent friends, family, doctors, and legitimate businesses from reaching you.
Other Texas area codes where scam and spam calls are regularly reported: