The 760 area code is targeted by Social Security legal threats and fake subscription scams. Fraudsters claim you will be sued or charged for a service unless you verify your banking info.
Look up any suspicious number using our scam and spam phone number lookup database. It includes over 29 million Do Not Call and robocall complaints reported to the Federal Trade Commission.
A robocall with a computer-generated voice claims to be from the Social Security Administration and says "legal enforcement actions" have been filed against your Social Security number for fraudulent activity. The caller ID may show "SSI" to look official. The message threatens you will be prosecuted or taken into custody by local law enforcement and demands you call a "hotline number" back immediately. They use your fear to trick you into calling back and giving them your Social Security number and other personal information. The Social Security Administration does not call people to threaten arrest. They mail official letters for legitimate issues.
"Phone call from our department is to inform you that there's a legal enforcement actions filed on your Social Security number for fraudulent activities so when you get this message kindly call back at the earliest possible on our number before we begin with the legal proceedings that is 760-290-7146 I repeat 760-290-7146 thank you..."
A recorded robocall tells you that $299, $399, or $599 will be automatically deducted from your bank account for a subscription. The message never names the company or the supposed subscription and pressures you to call back immediately to cancel. They use your panic about losing money to get you to call back where they will ask for your bank account or credit card information. Legitimate companies always identify themselves and provide specific details about subscription renewals.
"Called and left a message saying if I didn't want automatic deduction of $299. to call and cancel subscription."
Scammers leave voicemails claiming to be from "VHA" or "BHA" to collect on a debt you supposedly owe. Callers use common names like "Tina," "Amanda," or "Thomas" and direct you to fake websites like "vhabillpay.com" or "bhabillpay.com" that do not exist. The call may ring only once before going to voicemail. They use fake debt threats to scare you into paying money for debts you never had. Real debt collectors must provide written validation of any debt upon request.
"Keep getting voice mail messages from a woman named Amanda about a VHA debt. Told me to call 760-369-8127 or go to www.VHABillPay.com - a non existent website. This is a scam - please do not fall for these types of calls."
Callers with heavy accents claim to be from Microsoft, Geek Squad, or another tech company and say your computer has a problem or your security software is renewing for a large fee like $395. They may be unsure of their own company's name when claiming to be from "Geek Squad." They threaten that your computer and internet will be disconnected or that you will be turned over to the federal government and arrested if you do not give them remote access to your computer. They use remote access to steal your personal information and install malware on your device. Microsoft, Apple, and Geek Squad never call you to report computer problems.
"saying they are Microsoft and the computer has been compromised and if you don't call your computer and internet will be disconnected and you will be turned over to the federal government and arrested."
You get a call or voicemail with a threatening tone about a "legal issue," "civil claim," or "claim filed against you." The caller refuses to provide a company name and may vaguely mention they are a "delivery agent" headed to your property to have you sign documents. They try to scare you into calling back a different number to avoid being "non-compliant." When questioned, they become aggressive or hang up. They use fear of legal trouble to trick you into calling back and "verifying" your address or Social Security number. Real process servers do not call ahead. They show up.
"Got a call saying they were going to locate me due to a case filed against me and rambled a reference number. They even wanted me to call a different 1800 number to contact them so I don't give up my rights."
Scammers call about "important updates" regarding your federal student loans, even if you do not have any. Callers like "Aaron" or "Chris Johnson" claim to be from a non-existent "student services department" and mention a specific reference number for your "case." They may have some of your personal loan information to sound legitimate and pressure you to act quickly on an offer. They use your hope for loan relief to scam you out of money for fake forgiveness programs. Contact your loan servicer directly using official Federal Student Aid at StudentAid.gov for real information. The Department of Education does not call to offer loan forgiveness.
"Caller named Aaron claimed to be from student services department. It seemed like a legit call because he had all of my student loan payment and balance information before I said anything. Ended up scamming me out of over 900 dollars. Caller 7602764558. Don't fall for it!!!"
No, area code 760 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in California, United States. Area code 760 is a general purpose code that has been in service since March 22, 1997.
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near California (Oceanside, Escondido, Victorville), or have a 760 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
Other California area codes where scam and spam calls are regularly reported: