Ever wonder why a local 413‑497‑4480 keeps popping up on your caller ID? The pattern suggests a repeated outreach that claims to represent a veterans organization, often asking for donations and even knowing your first name. While some calls may be legitimate, the sheer frequency, lack of a live person, and pressure for money are classic hallmarks of a charity‑fundraising scam. Protect yourself by not sharing personal or financial details, hanging up on unsolicited requests, and reporting the number to your carrier or the FTC. Consider using a call‑blocking app and verify any veteran‑related appeals directly with the official VFW office before giving anything.
A donation solicitation call was made under the guise of 'Oshgosh', which we believe is a scam, claiming the funds would support the VFW. It's disconcerting to think such individuals are operating with impunity.
I'm recieving calls from this person or persons from this exact number almost every day, I recently moved so I signed up for the "do not call" list again and it should be taking efect soon
After reading other posts about this number, I've decided not to answer any future calls from it.
This number calls regularly, about twice a month, leaving no message, and when engaged, the caller is met with a response indicating that the line is being screened due to a potential investigation, which typically prompts them to remove the number from their list.
Having received a call from the same number, I wonder if we have been targeted as potential victims of a scam, similar to the one I encountered previously with a caller claiming to be from a New York law firm.
Upon receiving the call, the individual addressed me by name, which was incorrect. He claimed to be Lawrence from "Osh Kosh"