Imagine receiving a call that promises a million‑dollar prize and a brand‑new Cadillac. The voice will cite Publishers Clearing House, a “Golden Harvest” sweepstakes, and a secret code, then demand a $500 gift card to release the winnings. That script is a classic sweepstakes scam aimed at seniors. Never purchase or share a card number with a stranger, and never provide personal or banking details over the phone. Hang up, block the number, and verify any prize directly on the official PCH website or by calling their public customer line. Report the call to the FTC and inform the intended recipient so they stay safe.
I've been contacted about a supposed sweepstakes win, which I never entered. The caller didn't address me by my actual name and wanted to keep my information private, yet left a voicemail with a secret code. It's clear that this is a scam.
Be cautious of the Golden harvest winter call, as it has been identified as a scam
My 80+ year old mother received the same message, which is clearly a scam.
These scammers have been targeting my elderly mother, which is particularly disturbing
I just recieved a call from them, they asked for a 500.00 gift card, which i didnt get, it's nervy of them to even ask
The perpetrators of this scam are attempting to deceive by involving multiple entities, yet Mega Millions has no affiliation with any of them
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My experience is similar to Kelly's, except they left a message on my answering machine
They claim i won $100M golden harvest sweepstakes, alot of money but sound like a scam
The caller claimed I had won a substantial prize, including a Mercedes and a weekly cash award, but requested that I call back with a provided code
Within a minute, three calls were made with the caller ID displaying as 'Private', and a message was left on my voicemail.
They claim to be Publishers Clearing House, they pressurd my 86 year old mom to buy a $500 Visa gift card, scammer