Dallas area residents with 972 numbers report Social Security arrest threats and fake process servers. Callers try to intimidate you with claims of legal action to steal your money.
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Getting calls from 972 area code and wonder if it's a scam? You're not alone. Scammers frequently spoof Texas (Dallas, Plano, Garland) phone numbers to trick you into answering. Here are the most common area code 972 scams based on user comments:
Residents in the Dallas area are receiving alarming robocalls claiming to be from the Social Security Administration. The automated message states your SSN has been used in fraudulent activity, often linked to drug trafficking in Texas, and that legal proceedings or an arrest warrant will be issued if you do not call back immediately.
The Social Security Administration will never call you to threaten your benefits or tell you to wire money, send cash, or put money on gift cards. Real federal agents will not call you to demand money or threaten you with immediate arrest.
"That was seriously scary! I'm a smart businessman, but they sounded real - that 'someone' had stolen my ID and was involved in money laundering and I am going to be arrested until they can get to the truth. I just had to give them my social security number so they could verify my identification... If I did not cooperate, I would be arrested."
This aggressive scam involves callers posing as process servers, law firms like "Nelson Cruz & Associates," or mediators from firms such as "Green Square Solutions." They contact you or your family members, threatening to serve legal papers at your home or workplace if you don't call back to resolve a supposed claim or case file.
Real process servers do not call ahead to warn you or give you a chance to "resolve the matter" over the phone; they simply show up to deliver the documents in person. Legitimate legal correspondence is sent via certified mail, not initiated by a threatening phone call.
"This same number keeps calling me as well stating I'm being sued but has no information. This guy is rude. He told my mother who informed him that she just had major surgery to get up off her butt and get a pen and paper."
An automated message claims that an inmate at a correctional facility, often using names like "Matthew Buckland" or "David," is trying to add you to their approved call list. The recording, which may identify itself as being from "Global Tel*Link," instructs you to press 1 to accept the calls, which can connect you to a premium-rate number or authorize unwanted charges.
While prison call systems are real, you would not be added to an inmate's list via a random, unsolicited robocall. This is a scam designed to trick you into authorizing premium charges or confirming that your phone number is active for future scams.
"Received multiple calls from this number as well as from a Virginia number RE: prisoner Mike Fleenor (same person from both numbers - hmm...) requesting permission to add my cell number to his allowed call list."
You may receive unsolicited robocalls or text messages from individuals claiming to be "Rich" or another investor from a "small group of investors here in Dallas." They state they want to make a "cash offer" on your property, often mentioning your specific street address, and ask you to call back if interested.
These calls are typically from real estate wholesalers looking to buy properties for significantly less than market value. While not always illegal, their aggressive, high-volume robocalling tactics often violate Do Not Call regulations.
"Hey there my name is Rich and I'm with a small group of investors here in Dallas we're looking at a property... and I'm wondering if you can give me a quick call cause would love to make a cash offer on it... it's 972-472-4286..."
This scam uses a robocall to inform you of a suspicious, high-value purchase (often over $200) on your Amazon account. The message creates panic by telling you to call a specific number immediately to cancel the order, sometimes instructing you to "hang up to accept the charge." The goal is to get you on the phone with a scammer who will then phish for your account or credit card information.
Amazon will never call you about a suspicious order and ask you to provide personal information over the phone to cancel it. All official communication and order management happens within your secure account on their website or app.
"Got a call from 972-556-5073. It was a Robo call doing the Amazon Charge scam. It left this number to call if charge was not real. This a total scam."
A very common robocall in the 972 area code, this message claims your vehicle's warranty is about to expire and that this is their "final attempt" to reach you. They will pressure you to press a number to speak with an "agent" to extend your warranty, often for a car you haven't owned in years or a model you've never driven.
These calls are not from your car's manufacturer. They are from third-party companies trying to sell you expensive and often unnecessary "extended warranties" or vehicle service contracts, which may have very limited coverage.
"Recording said my original vehicle warranty was about to expire and press #1 to speak with an agent. My original vehicle warranty expired 10 years ago."
This tricky scam targets business owners and professionals. A caller, often identifying herself as "Jane Delacruz" or "Michelle McCreary," leaves a vague but professional-sounding voicemail. The message simply states she has "something you should be aware of" and asks for a call back, creating curiosity to lure you into a sales pitch for business merger or acquisition services.
This is a classic social engineering tactic. Legitimate professionals will clearly state who they are, their company, and the purpose of their call. Vague, curiosity-stoking messages are a huge red flag for a high-pressure sales call or scam.
"Call from Jane Dela Cruz saying call me back, I have something at the very least that you should be aware of. Obviously a scam, block and do not call back"
Frequently Asked Questions about Area Code 201 Scams and Spam Calls
No, area code 972 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Texas, United States. Area code 972 is a general purpose code that has been in service since September 14, 1996.
Most common 972 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 972 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: