Initially, the call seemed to be a crossed line, with a male voice conversing with someone else, followed by an unusual pause
Benefits Dept Scam Calls: How to Stop Them!
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Like a persistent mosquito buzzing at night, the calls from +15092531417 keep resurfacing, masquerading as a state benefits department. Callers drop no voicemail and often switch numbers, a classic sign of robocall or scam tactics aimed at exploiting vulnerable recipients. Consumers should add the number to their carrier’s block list, register the line with the National Do Not Call Registry, and consider third‑party call‑filtering apps that flag suspicious ID names such as “Benefits Dept.” Regularly review call logs, report the number to the FTC, and avoid sharing personal data during unexpected outreach.
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Recent Reports for (509) 253-1417
On 03/04/2020 at 12:31 PM, a call was received from this number, identified as the 'BENEFITS DEPT,' but no voice mail was left.
Spectrum's blocking of the call after one ring, coupled with the caller ID showing Benefits State, suggests a robocaller or scammer at play, especially since they're in Washington State and I'm in Florida.
The caller ID displayed 'BENEFITS STATE', but no message was left, prompting the number to be blocked.
Despite my efforts to block this number multiple times, it persists in calling my landline, indicating a clear disregard for privacy and respect for personal boundaries.
The caller doesnt leave a messge, so I just block the number, but they keep changing the number, so I keep blocking, thats the best way to deal with it.