Broward County's 954 area code is being used for arrest warrant threats and Medicare phishing. Callers pretend to be police or health officials to scare you into handing over money.
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Robocallers claim your Social Security Number has been compromised or used for fraud at the Texas border. The automated voice warns your SSN has been "suspended" due to "suspicious activity" and threatens arrest or a warrant unless you press 1 to speak with an "officer" immediately. They demand you press 1 to avoid being sent to the "federal court house" and ask you to confirm your SSN, which they should already have if they were legitimate. They use your personal information to file fraudulent tax returns and open credit accounts in your name. The Social Security Administration will never call you to threaten your benefits. They communicate through official U.S. Mail, not with threatening phone calls or robocalls.
"I received a call from 954-239-5641 regarding suspicious activity with my Social Security Number (SSN). I knew it was a fake call so when they asked me for my SSN I told them they should have since they called me and they hung up. When I called the number back it said the number was a non-working number."
Callers claiming to be from "the Health Department," "Medicare Advantage Plus," or a "Medicare provider" use names like "Dean," "Kate," "Jennifer," or "Isaac" and begin with "Hi, this is Dean from the health department on a recorded line." They claim someone in your household inquired about Medicare benefits when you haven't and offer "free" medical equipment like back braces or diabetic supplies, asking you to verify your personal or Medicare information. They use your Medicare number for fraudulent billing purposes, submitting fake claims to Medicare. If you get a suspicious call, contact Medicare directly at 1-800-MEDICARE. Official Medicare representatives will not call you to sell you anything.
"Hello, this is Isaac calling about Medicare plus card.... did not listen to any more, hung up on him. Have a good number of these 954 numbers blocked (over 30) and they still find new numbers to use to pester me. I don't even say hello, I just pick up the phone, wait for them to speak, and hang up."
Callers spoofing local police department numbers or claiming to be from firms like "US Legal Support" or "CFR and associates" falsely claim a complaint has been filed against you for an old debt or a bad check. They threaten to issue an arrest warrant, serve you papers at home or work, or file a lien against you if you don't pay immediately, with the caller ID showing a local police department number but using a robovoice. They are aggressive, refuse to provide written proof of the debt, and demand immediate payment to avoid court or jail. They use any payment information you provide to drain your bank account or make unauthorized charges. Real law enforcement does not call ahead to warn you about an arrest warrant.
"I received the same call and experience as above. Was showing up as Arlington Police Dept. Said I had several warrants out for my arrest for outstanding debt and I needed to turn myself in by 2:00 tomorrow. They gave me a case number and said if I settled the issue...I needed to call US Legal Support... YES, It Is A SCAM...."
Someone calls pretending to be your grandson or other relative, often crying and claiming to have been in a car accident, broken their nose (to explain their different voice), and been jailed. They insist you "don't tell anyone" and keep the situation a secret, then pass the phone to a fake attorney, sometimes named "Christopher Adams," who demands thousands of dollars for bail and asks you to wire money, buy gift cards, or give out bank account information. They use your financial information to steal money from your accounts or rack up charges in your name. Real relatives in jail would be allowed one phone call to contact you directly through official channels.
"Our 'grandson' called crying about a car accident in which he had a broken nose and a 6 month pregnant woman was hurt. He need to pay his fine of $8000 or spend two weeks in jail - don't tell my dad. I spoke with an 'attorney' Christopher Adams who said the fine could be reduced... all I had to do was give them my routing number and account number."
Automated robocalls warn that your car's extended warranty is about to expire, often for cars you haven't owned in years. They don't know the specific make or model of your current car and create a false sense of urgency. They use any information you provide to sell you overpriced and often worthless service contracts. Legitimate companies you do business with contact you via mail with specific information about your vehicle. These robocalls come from third-party sellers with no affiliation to your car's brand.
"2/3/4 times a week, I get a call from this number about an extended warranty for a car I haven't owned for over 8 years! I continually tell the very same person to take me off whatever lists he has and to not call me any more. He will call again tomorrow."
Callers falsely claiming to be from Publishers Clearing House tell victims they've won millions of dollars and a new Mercedes or Rolls Royce. The caller, possibly named "Robin Smith," asks you to send money to cover taxes or fees and instructs you to go to Walmart or a post office to send a money order or wire transfer. The caller becomes unprofessional or creepy if you refuse to pay. They steal any money you send and use your personal information to commit identity theft. Publishers Clearing House never calls winners in advance to ask for money. Their Prize Patrol shows up at your door with a check, balloons, and cameras, completely by surprise.
"Person claims you win $255,000 and to go to a local Walmart to send $950 Western Union. I called him out and he asked me if I thought his voice was sexy. CREEPY!!!"
Scammers offer pre-approved loans, sometimes for large amounts like $25,000, from fake companies like "Community Loan and Trust." They insist you must first pay a fee for "security deposit insurance" or processing and instruct you to pay this fee by purchasing a prepaid GoBank or Google Play gift card for amounts like $150 or $250. The caller becomes aggressive if you question them. They steal the gift card money and disappear without providing any loan. Gift cards are like cash, once you give the numbers to a scammer, the money is gone and untraceable.
"Calls four times an hour starting at seven am. Wants to give me a loan they say. Just buy a google card for $250. they say for some fee. I say you are blood sucking lowlife scammers and I am not interested."
Callers identifying themselves as "Noel with vacation sell out" or representing "Grand Caribbean cruises" offer a "free luxury Bahamas cruise." They claim you "won" a cruise or vacation you never entered a drawing for and can occupy unused cabin space by only paying port fees and taxes, usually around $130 to $198, creating a sense of urgency to reserve your spot. They use your credit card information to make unauthorized charges and lock you into a high-pressure timeshare presentation or a trip with numerous hidden fees. Cruise lines don't typically use robocalls to give away free trips.
"THEY CALL AT LEAST ONE TIME A DAY... CALL STATES, 'YOU HAVE WON A CRUISE ON CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE.... IT IS $99.00 COST PER PERSON... AND RIGHT NOW YOU HAVE TO PAY PORT TAXES, WHAT IS YOUR VISA CC NUMBER FOR THE SUM OF $198.00 ?' HANG UP !"
No, area code 954 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Florida, United States. Area code 954 is a general purpose code that has been in service since September 11, 1995.
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near Florida (Fort Lauderdale, Pembroke Pines, Hollywood), or have a 954 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
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