The 680 area code is frequently used for arrest warrant threats and Geek Squad impersonation scams. Callers claim you are in legal trouble or owe money for a computer service subscription you never bought.
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Automated calls threaten Syracuse area residents with arrest by "the local cops" due to "four serious allegations pressed on your name." The automated message warns you will be "taken under custody." If you call back, a live person may claim to be an IRS agent like "Agent John Walter" and become hostile, with one scammer telling a victim "have fun behind bars Mother F*****!" They use your fear to trick you into providing personal information or payment. Real officers do not call first. They show up.
"...you will be taken under custody by the local cops as there are four serious allegations pressed on your name at this moment we would request you to get back to us so that we can discuss about this case before taking any legal action against you the number to reach us is 680-800-2221..."
Callers claim to be from Geek Squad and say your computer service, which was last updated "a year ago," needs an update. They claim to have a tech ready to help you but cannot tell you what kind of computer you own. They pressure you to let their "tech on the other line" access your computer remotely. They use this remote access to steal your files or install malware. Geek Squad never makes unsolicited calls about service updates.
"Caller said they were Geek Squad and had a tech on the other line to help me to update and service my computer. Said my last update was a year ago. I asked what computer they supposedly serviced they said the computer u have.. I've never used geek squad..."
Scammers use robocallers to dial your number and hang up after one or two rings, or immediately after you answer with silence before disconnecting. This confirms your number is active so they can sell it to other telemarketers and scammers. Victims report an increase in spam calls hours or days after receiving these hang-up calls. Answering these calls puts you on more spam lists.
"This is the 3rd months this number has called. each time there is no response to my Hello before a disconnect on their end. about 1-2 hours latter I start to get 'sale/spam' calls having my local aria code. most likely a phishing robo to fine live numbers for rersale"
Callers claim there is an "arrest warrant" related to your Social Security account and say a "deputy officer" is waiting for your call back. They pressure you to call immediately to avoid legal action. They use this urgency to trick you into providing your Social Security number or financial information. The Social Security Administration never calls to threaten arrest or benefits suspension.
"Just received a call today from 680-888-9510 Saying arrests warrant and a deputy officer waiting for a call back....SCAMMERS!"
Robocallers dial the same number repeatedly in short bursts, with victims reporting up to "69 times in one day." The calls come in rapid patterns, often every 30 minutes, and no message is ever left. They hang up or stay silent if you answer. They use this harassment to wear you down until you eventually answer and engage with their scam. This is designed to break your resistance through exhaustion.
"They called me 69 times in one day! Horrible people!"
Callers claim you won a "$100 gift card," "$500 shopping spree," or prize from Publishers Clearing House for contests you never entered. Recorded messages announce you are the winner of a shopping spree. They use your excitement about winning to trick you into revealing personal or financial information to "claim" your prize. You cannot win contests you did not enter. Publishers Clearing House arrives in person for big winners, never calls.
"Got a call saying I won a $100 gift card from 680-200-8047"
Area Code 680 phone numbers reported as unwanted calls to the FTC in the last 30 days.
(680) 208-5328
No Subject Provided
3 reports ·
(680) 249-0425
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
3 reports ·
(680) 257-0986
Dropped call or no message
3 reports ·
(680) 488-9046
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
2 reports ·
(680) 227-9759
Other
2 reports ·
(680) 829-4494
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
2 reports ·
(680) 435-9334
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
2 reports ·
(680) 286-3871
Other
2 reports ·
(680) 229-6898
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
2 reports ·
(680) 272-3948
Other
2 reports ·
No, area code 680 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in New York, United States. Area code 680 is a general purpose code that has been in service since March 11, 2017.
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near New York (Syracuse, Utica, Rome), or have a 680 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
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