Area code 774 is being used for fake warrant threats and auto warranty robocalls. Scammers try to panic you with arrest threats or annoy you into buying useless car service contracts.
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Scammers using robocalls and live callers claim fraudulent activity on your Social Security Number has triggered a warrant for your arrest. They give fake names like "Mike Anderson" with badge number "5661" and threaten you will "face legal action" or that someone is "coming to my home to arrest me on a complaint." They use your fear to pressure you into giving them your Social Security Number or payment information. Real federal agencies communicate through official mail and never call first with arrest threats.
"I've been receiving so many calls from this number and they keep saying that there's fraudulent activities on my SSN and a warrant has been issued for my arrested. I called and reported this to the FTC."
Robocalls claiming to be from "the warranty department" say your car's warranty is expired or expiring. They don't know your name or car details but demand immediate credit card payment for "renewal," with amounts ranging from $3,800 down to $100, and "won't take no for an answer." They use your credit card information to charge you for worthless service contracts not backed by your car's manufacturer. Your actual car manufacturer will never robocall you to sell warranties.
"4 people tried convincing my mom to pay money for a car insurance policy. First was $3800, to 800, then 200 and finally 100. My mom says she spoke to 4 different people telling her she needed this insurance that her car wasn't covered. They wouldn't take no for an answer."
Callers claiming to be from the "National Health Enrollment Center" or connected to Social Security call repeatedly even after you ask them to stop. Call centers from India tell seniors they have "medical back/knee braces" coming and ask for Medicare or Social Security numbers, mentioning colleagues with American names like "Justin" while speaking with foreign accents. They use your Medicare number to bill the government for equipment you never ordered or received. Contact Medicare directly at 1-800-MEDICARE for any benefit questions.
"This is a call center based in India. They have a client in Florida that pays them to make 100 calls a day to elderly persons saying that they have medical back/knee braces coming."
Scammers claiming to be from National Grid about urgent electric bill issues provide fake reference numbers like "N115" and demand immediate payment to avoid disconnection. They call even if you're not a National Grid customer and create false emergencies to get your account or payment details. They use this information to access your real utility account or steal money directly. Real utility companies send written notices by mail before any disconnection.
"Claimed to have an important matter to speak to me about concerning my National Grid bill. Even left a reference number 'N115' to appear legit!"
Callers from India falsely claim "we had chatted before" about your loans and promise immediate total loan forgiveness for an upfront fee. They ask for your Federal Student Aid ID and password to "process your application." They use your login credentials to access your real loan account or simply take your fee money without providing any service. All legitimate federal loan programs are free through the Department of Education.
"Told me that we had chatted before about reducing my student loan. That was a lie."
Robocalls from "vacation specialists" offer free cruises and call six times consecutively when you don't answer. Live callers push RCI timeshare deals with high subscription fees and expensive cancellation terms. They use your credit card information to charge you for worthless vacation clubs with hidden fees or expensive timeshares you never wanted. Legitimate travel companies never use robocalls to give away free trips.
"Called 6 times consecutively when I didn't answer. Finally answered it was a RECORDING FOR A VACATION SPECIALIST. WTH"
Area Code 774 phone numbers reported as unwanted calls to the FTC in the last 30 days.
(774) 282-0645
Other
3 reports ·
(774) 258-5235
Other
3 reports ·
(774) 804-4647
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
2 reports ·
(774) 548-7386
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
2 reports ·
(774) 347-5641
Other
2 reports ·
(774) 379-8173
Other
1 report ·
(774) 548-7299
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
1 report ·
(774) 548-8135
Other
1 report ·
(774) 350-1827
Other
1 report ·
(774) 282-8569
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
1 report ·
No, area code 774 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Massachusetts, United States. Area code 774 is a general purpose code that has been in service since May 2, 2001.
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near Massachusetts (Worcester, New Bedford, Brockton), or have a 774 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
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