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302 Area Code Scam Calls and Texts - How to Protect Yourself
302 Area Code Scam Calls and Texts - How to Protect Yourself

Scammers are actively using the 302 (Delaware) area code to impersonate authorities, banks, or delivery services, often through "neighbor spoofing" to appear local. Common 302 scams include phony jury duty threats, fake "missed delivery" texts, and fraudulent account verification requests aiming to steal money or personal info.

302 Scam Types

  • Jury Duty/Bench Warrant Scam: Scammers claim you missed jury duty and that a warrant is out for your arrest, demanding payment via MoneyPak vouchers to avoid jail.
  • Bank/Account Security Scam: Text messages or calls claiming your Amazon or banking account is locked, asking you to click a link.
  • Verification Code Scam: Vague text messages containing a "verification code".
  • Robocalls/Silent Calls: Automated calls checking if your number is active.

Protect Yourself

  • Do not trust Caller ID: Scammers can fake local numbers.
  • Hang up and verify: If a caller claims to be from a government agency or bank, hang up and call the official number listed on their website.
  • Never pay with gift cards/wire transfers: Legitimate agencies will never ask for payment this way.
  • Report & Block: Report scam numbers to your provider, or forward scam texts to 7726 (SPAM).
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