The caller claimed to be Verizon offering promotions for free items, and gave this as the callback number. They spoofed the genuine Verizon number.
Fake Verizon Offers: Scam Alert!
Summary — +18008900084
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Late afternoon calls from this number often mimic legitimate providers, leaving folks puzzled in their living rooms. Reports highlight spoofed caller IDs pretending to be Verizon, pushing fake promotions for free upgrades or special offers. The callback number differs from the spoofed one, a classic red flag for scams. Silent answers or vague voicemails add to the frustration. Hang up immediately if you spot these tactics—don't engage or share info. Block the number on your phone, register with the Do Not Call list, and report to the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint. Staying vigilant keeps scammers at bay without costing you a dime.
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Recent Reports for (800) 890-0084
Voicemail posed as Verizon about "special offers"; instructed to call a different number than the spoofed one – do not answer
The Verizon sales department appears to be a complete scam!
Odd call, not sure what they wanted, but it felt off.
Got a random call that offered nothing useful, just a waste of time.
The person claimed to be a market researcher, but the questions were weird and invasive. I chose not to answer.
When I picked up, nobody said a word.
These calls have really worn me out