Receiving a call from someone probing about recent scams can feel suspicious, especially when they push for personal details under the guise of an investigation. This approach often serves as a pretext to extract information or verify if you're an easy target for further schemes. While it might seem like a survey, the timing and questions raise red flags—declining was a smart move to avoid potential phishing tactics. To protect yourself, always verify unsolicited callers by hanging up and contacting official sources directly if needed. Enable call blocking on your phone, register with do-not-call lists, and report suspicious numbers to authorities like the FTC. Stay vigilant; if it feels off, trust your instincts and don't engage.
A female caller pretended to verify whether I'd been scammed recently, claiming to investigate scam info. I refused to discuss and mentioned that I'd indeed been scammed, warning that any call might be phishing.
