The Bank of America Fraud alert text scam below, which came from or asking recipients to call 8777710920, is being used by scammers to trick Bank of America customers. 877-771-0920 is not Bank of America Fraud Department number. If you want to contact Bank of America, go to their website at www.bankofamerica.com and search for their contact numbers instead of calling this fake 877 area code Bank of America Fraud alert number.
The Bank of America Fraud Alert Text Scam
BOA Fraud Dept: The transaction was blocked and no funds have been taken from your account. A representative wil be contacting you shortly.
How to Spot the Scam
This scam has been reported to Bank of America and JP Morgan Chase customers but individuals should stay alert and learn how to spot a bank text scam:
- Banks will never use money transfer service to stop fraud.
This should be an immediate red flag. Banks will never call and ask you to stop a fraud by using a money app, such as Zelle or Venmo, or any other bank transfer service. If you get a call like this, hang up immediately. - Scammers can spoof legitimate phone numbers.
Scammers can replicate legitimate phone numbers and impersonate a business, which can fool victims into falling for the scam. Your caller ID may even display the business name. If you receive a call, hang up and call the bank directly using the number on your debit card or bank statement. - Scammers will use aggressive and urgent language.
Scammers will prey on your fears and claim you must transfer the funds before it’s “too late.” They will use aggressive language to scare you into acting quickly. Be sure to remain calm, ask questions and never be rushed into anything. If you receive a call like this, hang up and call your bank directly. - Never share sensitive or personal information with unidentified individuals.
Scammers will attempt to convince individuals to provide their personal information, birth dates, PINs, Social Security and any other sensitive information over the phone. You should never provide confidential account information to unidentified individuals or to unsolicited callers.