Southern Spirit Hunters
Beyond The Spirits => Computer Clues => Topic started by: duh on Mar 16, 2021, 05:20:14 PM
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I just got this the other day a warning from Microsoft popped up on my computer. It said to call this number 1-(844)293-1825 this is a scam, DON'T DO IT. The guy got so upset with me he finally asked me how much I had in my checking account. Took me long enough to figure it out. I have Norton 360 with LifeLock but I still don't feel secure. I've reported it to the FBI cybercrimes. Good luck staying safe.
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Did they sound indian (from India)?
If so, yep lots of those.
Edit: never call, or if they call, hang up without saying anything.
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Yeah, it's amazing that there are people still trying these scams. I get 2 or 3 calls a week from a so-called DirecTV rep saying that my account qualifies me for a 50% reduction in the bill. Of course it comes with at least a $50 a month increase and then they ask you to pay with a gift card. Of course it's a scam with lots of info on the internet about it, but they still try.
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Johnny's gotten 2 calls lately with a guy saying he's from Duke Power (our power company) and that our bill is past due and our power is being cut off in 1 hour if we don't pay a certain amount "right now." The first time he just hung up. The 2nd time he went along with the guy but said he didn't have a credit or debit card. They guy told him he could meet him in person and would take cash. Do people really fall for this???
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well yeah I'm gullible.
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well yeah I'm gullible.
There are plenty of people on Youtube that scam the scammers, some even wipe scammers hard drive. There is even one video where a police captain was chatting with one, which the scammer had no idea who he was talking to, not that long distance made any difference.