Picture this: you answer a call from an unfamiliar number, and the voice asks for a family member before hanging up. The pattern matches common scam tactics that rely on vague affiliations—sometimes pretending to be a veterans group or a fundraiser—to spark curiosity. Never share personal details or confirm any “account updates” without independently verifying the organization. Use your phone’s built‑in call‑blocking feature or a reputable third‑party app to silence repeat offenders. Report the number to the FTC or your carrier, and educate household members about the risks of unsolicited calls. Staying skeptical and proactive keeps your data safe.
A call was made to me from this number, but I didn't answer, and no voicemail was left.
The male caller inquired about my husband, and when I told him he was at work, he said they would update their informaton and then hung up on me.
A call back revealed it to be a fundraising initiative
The caller claimed to be from the Veterans affairs, but when I asked what he wanted, he just laffd and hung up, and when I tryed to call back, the number wasnt in servis
When a man asked to speak with my wife, I inquired about his identity, and he ended the call abruptly.
When I call back this number, it gets disconnected.