Area code 731 is seeing a mix of fake subscription alerts and utility provider impersonations. Scammers try to get your payment details by claiming you owe money for a bill or service.
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A robocall claims your PayPal, Visa, or other account has been charged for a service you didn't buy. They mention specific amounts like $299 for "computer services," "GeekSquad," or "McAfee protection" and tell you to immediately call them back to cancel the fake charge. When you call back, they ask you to get on your computer right away so they can gain remote access to steal your information or install malware. There is no real charge on your account.
"Called and left a message saying my Visa has been authorized for $299 and to call them back if I wanted to cancel. Sounds a little fishy. I'm not calling back."
Scammers call from generic local numbers pretending to be from Xfinity, Comcast, Verizon, or AT&T. They already know your name, address, and account details to sound convincing. They claim your account is "suspended" and tell you to "press 1" to resolve it, or they offer promotional packages that sound too good to be true. One victim reported the "Comcast" rep said he was calling from Mexico. They use whatever personal information you give them to take over your actual account or sign you up for services without permission. Real providers call from their official customer service numbers, not random local numbers.
"'Comcast promotions' had my Name, address and knew approx how much my will was and how many cable boxes I had. I asked where he was calling from and he said Mexico.. (Tennessee area code) Just sounded like a scammer too."
Callers leave frightening voicemails claiming you are "under some kind of investigation" or will face "legal consequences." These robocalls use vague but scary language about a "case file" or "criminal activity" and reference a "legal department" or "administrative hearing" without naming a specific agency. They refuse to provide information in writing and insist on handling things over the phone. They use whatever personal information you provide to steal your identity or convince you to send them money to make the fake legal trouble go away. Real law enforcement does not call first with robocalls about investigations.
"Hello, this message is solely intended for **** we are calling you from the legal department to inform you that due to come to assist us activity related your net we are trying to reach you... in case, we would not hear from you and you will pay some legal consequences to connect now press one..."
A call or email alerts you to a large, fraudulent purchase on your Amazon account, like a $1,990.00 Dell XPS computer being shipped to New York or a $147.00 purchase. They provide a phone number to call to dispute the charge. The "agent" on the phone insists on getting into your computer to resolve the issue and asks for remote access. They use this access to steal your personal information, install malware, or make real fraudulent purchases with your saved payment methods. Amazon support never calls you and asks for remote computer access to resolve billing issues.
"This man said I had an large amount purchased from Amazon. (147.00) and wanted to know if I made that purchased. Then said I need to get into my computer while he was talking and he could straighten this out. I hung up!"
Callers claim you recently applied for Social Security or disability benefits when you haven't, or they act like a "health check up company" and ask questions designed to get you to reveal personal information, like how you spell your name on your Medicare card. They start with vague questions about whether you've seen a doctor recently. They use your Social Security or Medicare number to steal your benefits, file fraudulent claims, or sell your information to other criminals. Government agencies do not make unsolicited calls asking for this information.
Your Caller ID displays "INMATE CALL" from a number you don't recognize. When answered, there is often silence on the other end, or the call disconnects quickly. This automated system verifies active phone numbers for future scam attempts. Once they confirm your number works, you get added to lists sold to other scammers. Legitimate correctional facility calls require you to actively accept charges by pressing a number, not silent hang-ups.
"A call came in in the morning and again 3 hours later. The CallerID said 'INMATE CALL' but the white pages lists it as a VOIP in Alamo, TN. I guess it could be a collect call from the county jail but as I don't know anybody in any jail anywhere I did not answer."
Area Code 731 phone numbers reported as unwanted calls to the FTC in the last 30 days.
(731) 499-8759
Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans)
3 reports ·
(731) 202-2533
Other
2 reports ·
(731) 888-3651
Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends
2 reports ·
(731) 251-8157
Other
2 reports ·
(731) 577-9846
Other
2 reports ·
(731) 271-0514
Other
2 reports ·
(731) 298-0831
Other
2 reports ·
(731) 470-9182
Other
2 reports ·
(731) 273-2163
Other
2 reports ·
(731) 888-3943
Other
2 reports ·
No, area code 731 is not a scam. It's a legitimate telephone area code serving millions of legitimate residents and businesses in Tennessee, United States. Area code 731 is a general purpose code that has been in service since February 12, 2001.
You're likely experiencing "Neighbor Spoofing." Scammers fake their caller ID to display local or familiar numbers. If you live in or near Tennessee (Jackson, Dyersburg, Martin), or have a 731 phone number yourself, scammers know you're more likely to answer what appears to be a local call.
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