Like a persistent junkyard siren, that unknown number keeps rattling your phone with unwanted pitches. Most reports describe a deep‑voiced caller demanding donations for a “veterans” or “fireman’s” fund, then disappearing once you push back. The safest move is to let the call go to voicemail, then block the number and add it to your carrier’s spam list. Report the incident to the FTC and your state’s consumer protection office. Never share personal or banking details with unsolicited callers, and always verify a charity’s legitimacy through official websites before giving anything. A quick lookup can keep you off the scam roster and protect your info.
Back in December 2018, this number called my cell, and I'm glad I looked it up since I don't answer unknown numbers, especially after seeing the reports here.
This number has been blocked without leaving any messages.
The caller, who had a bland voice, requested a donation for a veterans association but became evasive when asked for the organization's name.
A call was made to my cell phone at 09:01, specifically asking for me, which my phone identified as a potential scam. The caller claimed to be from the veterans affairs department, and after some discussion, I requested to be removed from their solicitation lists.
Despite the caller not leaving a message, my smartphone identified it as a potential scam
In a deep, exaggerated voice, a man asked for 'Marie' without waiting for a greeting, prompting a similar response from me before I ended the call to avoid a potential scam.
My cell phone rang a few minutes ago with a call originating from Caruthers, CA, though no name was provided, and since I didn't answer, no message was left.
After donating to a police charity, I began receiving calls from multiple charities, including the Fireman's fund, which has made me wary of donating to organizations that solicit donations over the phone
The name 'Fireman’s fund' is associated with this number, which may be a legitimate or fraudulent entity.
The number cald me, didnt ansver, didnt leave message, probaby junk call
Beware, as this scammer will likely sell your number to other scammers if you answer.
The caller attempted to scam me under the guise of collecting donations for veterans after initially asking for a random name
The deep voice asked for Michael, it sounded like recorded, i block the number
This number is associated with a caller who claimed to be from the Veterans Association and addressed me by my first name.
My cell phone said it was a telemarketer, so i didnt answer and blocked the number
Upon hearing the familiar deep voice of the scammer, I immediately hung up and blocked the number, as well as the area code, since I have no connections in the Fresno area and this caller always seems to strike when there are active fires in CA, shouting a profanity in frustration.
Someone called, but did not leave a message, I blocked the call, dont know ennyone in Caruthers, Ca.