Recent patterns show a surge in calls that masquerade as urgent legal notices, often using a first name like Maria to add credibility. These callers pressure you to return a call or face unknown consequences, a classic hallmark of a scam. If you receive a similar threat, hang up immediately and avoid calling the provided number. Verify any alleged complaint by contacting the official agency directly using a trusted phone number or website. Consider blocking the caller ID and reporting the incident to the FTC or your phone carrier. Staying skeptical and protecting your personal info are the best defenses.
After I ordered Panera food to be left outside or handed to the receptionist, the person I spoke with agreed, but later that number called me and warned that my school would be shot up and blamed me, which terrified me.
A caller, identifying herself as Maria, contacted me regarding a civil complaint allegedly involving my deceased mother, and requested that I return a call to a specified number, claiming that failure to respond would result in decisions being made without my consent.
Other type of call, negative vibes. Avoid.
The call was made, but it went unanswered by me