Area code 731 is seeing a mix of fake subscription alerts and utility provider impersonations. Scammers try to get your payment details by claiming you owe money for a bill or service.
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Getting calls from 731 area code and wonder if it's a scam? You're not alone. Scammers frequently spoof Tennessee (Jackson, Dyersburg, Martin) phone numbers to trick you into answering. Here are the most common area code 731 scams based on user comments:
Heads up, West Tennessee. A widespread robocall is hitting our area, claiming your PayPal, Visa, or other account has been charged for a service you didn't buy. They'll mention specific amounts like $299 for "computer services," "GeekSquad," or "McAfee protection" and create panic, telling you to immediately call them back to cancel the fake charge.
Legitimate companies like PayPal, Visa, or McAfee will not use a robocall to inform you of a charge and then ask you to call them to cancel it. All transaction details and cancellation options will be in your official account online, not in a threatening voicemail.
"Called and left a message saying my Visa has been authorized for $299 and to call them back if I wanted to cancel. Sounds a little fishy. I'm not calling back."
Scammers are calling 731 numbers pretending to be from Xfinity, Comcast, Verizon, or AT&T. They sound convincing because they sometimes have your name, address, and even details about your account. They will either offer a promotional package that sounds too good to be true or claim your account has been suspended for suspicious activity, trying to trick you into giving up personal information.
Your service provider will not suspend your account via a robocall that asks you to press 1. Official notifications about account status are typically sent through mail, email, or are visible when you log into your official online account.
"'Comcast promotions' had my Name, address and knew approx how much my will was and how many cable boxes I had. I asked where he was calling from and he said Mexico.. (Tennessee area code) Just sounded like a scammer too."
This is a pure intimidation tactic. Callers are leaving frightening voicemails for folks in West Tennessee, claiming you are "under some kind of investigation" or will face "legal consequences." These robocalls often use vague but scary language about a "case file" or "criminal activity" to scare you into pressing 1 and speaking with a fake agent.
Real law enforcement agencies and courts do not notify you of investigations or warrants through a robocall. Official legal correspondence is delivered through certified mail or served in person, never via a threatening automated message.
"Hello, this message is solely intended for **** we are calling you from the legal department to inform you that due to come to assist us activity related your net we are trying to reach you... in case, we would not hear from you and you will pay some legal consequences to connect now press one..."
This scam starts with a call or email alerting you to a large, fraudulent purchase on your Amazon account. One local resident was notified of a $1,990.00 Dell XPS computer being shipped to New York, while another was told about a $147.00 purchase. The entire goal is to get you on the phone with a "support agent" who will then try to gain remote access to your computer to "straighten this out."
Amazon's support team will never call you and ask for remote access to your computer to resolve a billing issue. All order cancellations and fraud reports can be handled directly through your secure account on Amazon's official website.
"This man said I had an large amount purchased from Amazon. (147.00) and wanted to know if I made that purchased. Then said I need to get into my computer while he was talking and he could straighten this out. I hung up!"
These callers prey on our neighbors by targeting sensitive government benefits. You might get a call claiming you recently applied for Social Security or disability benefits when you haven't. Others act like a "health check up company" and will start asking questions designed to get you to reveal personal information, like how you spell your name on your Medicare card.
Government agencies like the Social Security Administration will not make unsolicited calls to ask for your personal information. Most initial contact is done via U.S. Mail, not a random phone call.
A number of residents in the 731 area have reported receiving calls where the Caller ID is deliberately set to "INMATE CALL." This is a tactic designed to cause alarm or curiosity, making you more likely to answer. When answered, there is often silence on the other end, or the call disconnects. This is likely an automated system verifying active phone numbers for future scam attempts.
Legitimate calls from correctional facilities require the person receiving the call to actively accept the charges, often by pressing a number. They are not silent or hang-up calls. Scammers are simply using this text on the Caller ID to trick you into picking up the phone.
"A call came in in the morning and again 3 hours later. The CallerID said 'INMATE CALL' but the white pages lists it as a VOIP in Alamo, TN. I guess it could be a collect call from the county jail but as I don't know anybody in any jail anywhere I did not answer."
Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 201 Scams and Spam Calls
No, area code 731 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Tennessee, United States. Area code 731 is a general purpose code that has been in service since February 12, 2001.
Most common 731 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 Tennessee, or have a 731 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 Tennessee area codes where scam and spam calls are regularly reported: