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It appears some online users are receiving scam text messages from 8285169712 or asked to call the same telephone number regarding their online banking. The scammers may call or send texts from other 828 area code telephone numbers. If you have received a text or call from 828-516-9712 or other 828 area code telephone numbers regarding your banking or online account, please contact your bank directly instead of following the instructions in the text or call.
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2 emails stating I purchased $600 for bitcoin through pay pal from 828 area code and 845 area code. Confirm or deny purchase by calling their number.
The message, supposedly from my bank -rics.org:(Did you attempt $313.79 -Chevron? USE:1-828-759-5511 if not) {Our ID}1597144
(Did you attempt $322.95 -Phillips 66? USE:1-828-759-5511 if not) {OurID}366314
My scam text asked if I spent over $100 from my Bank of America account at Exxon. told me to call 828-759-5511 and gave me an ID number
Just got text saying my debit card is locked.
Just received a text it says my debit card Is lockedAnd can’t use anymore it’s a scam don’t call back
Just received one of these myself. The number was not one I knew of for my bank so I searched online to see what it pulled up. Thank you for having info online that this is a scam.
These lowlifes text me too !! Scammers get a job like the rest of us.........
Just received a text message about my online banking and debit card being locked but when I check the actual banking account doesn't show a locked card. SCAMMER LOOKING FOR IDENTITY THEFT.
(Call 8285169712 Now ! 037#) #Debit-Card Locked Alert Account-ID:(my cell phone number here)My bank has no presence in this area code. Scam
Received a text. Wanted me to call this number for online banking blocked. I do not have online banking.. Suspected it was a scam or potential fraud. 10/11/2022 No online banking which proves it is a scam!!!!
Just received a text as well that my card was locked to call this number immediately. Blocked and deleted!
Just received a message from 828-516-9712 to bank card alert!
Just received a text saying my debit was locked call 8285169712 immediately. I just texted back the p**p emotional and laughed.