Imagine your phone rings at 4 a.m. and a stiff‑voiced operator says an inmate wants to talk. That's the classic pattern behind the 800‑943‑2189 calls that many users label as a scam. The service usually asks you to set up a prepaid account or press a key to connect, then charges per‑minute fees that add up quickly. If you have no relative in jail, hang up immediately and block the number. Report the call to your carrier and to the state consumer protection agency. Never share personal or banking information, and consider adding the caller to your phone’s block list to stop future attempts.
If you recieved a call from the tollfree number 800-943-2189, it likely originated from an inmate, you can contact them to block future calls from that inmate or the entire jail, aparently
A call was received from this number, prompting uncertainty about the caller's identity, possibly a misplaced attempt to contact a family member.
Could you please provide instructions on how to add a number to my account?
I have recieved 7 consecutive calls from this number, when I try to answer, nobody speaks, it's getting anoying, I wont pay to acept a call from an unknown person in prison
I'm extremly tired of recieving calls from this number, it's everyday and I just want it to stop! I dont want to recieve any more calls from this number!!!
I've recieved multiple calls from this number, but they always hang up befor I can anser, I was wondering which detention centers in Baton Rouge, LA use this company, but the call drops befor I can get any informations.
I need to know which correctional facility this pertains to, please contact me at 502 78865770.
At 2 AM, I received a call, which is disturbing, especially considering I have acquaintances in facilities in Louisiana and Texas, making me apprehensive about answering such calls; it's perplexing why these individuals cannot communicate through other means.
On Saturday, 7/14, at 9:43 AM, I got an unsolicited call from the number (800 943-2189) claiming to be from a prison.
I recieve two call at 3 and 4 am, I dont know anyone in jail so I think it's a scam
This number is allegedly associated with the Coastal Bend Detention Center.
Receiving a call at 4:30 am from an inmate was not only unwelcome but also raised concerns about potential scams targeting vulnerable individuals, especially considering my family's current health issues.
At 4:30 am, we received an unsettling call from this number, which is unpublished; the calls repeated after we hung up, leaving us bewildered about the caller's identity and purpose.
At 4:30am, we received an unwanted call from this unpublished number, and despite hanging up, the calls persisted; it would be helpful if this number could be reported to identify the caller.
My cell phone was called by this number, which is mysterious since I don't know anyone in the US and am only visiting temporarily
Returning the call may provide information about the jail, including the county.
My sister in law called me, but I dont know which jail she is in, thats all I know...
I got a call from this number too, it was around 11:47, they said my bfs name, i want to know where he is, is he in jail? should i wait till tomorrow or what
In the last ten minits, I have recieved four calles from this number, it was an automated message in spanish
To correct my previous message, my phone number is 510-485-8186 and my email address is olgalof55@gmail.com, thank you
My girl friend call me but i couldnt get my credit card fast enought, can you plese tell me wich jail she is in so i can help her, my email is olalof55@Gmail.com
At 12:17 am, I received a collect call from this number, purporting to be from a young girl claiming to be sick and in jail. Given that my daughters are safe and not incarcerated, this was clearly a scam, and I'm concerned about potential charges on my phone bill.
I received a call on my cell phone from this number, which sounded like it was coming from a jail due to the echoing in the background; the caller's name was unclear, and they called multiple times in quick succession.
I recieved a call from 1-800-943-2189, and I beleive my daughter may be in jail, so I would like to know the location of the call
A message requesting setup of an inmate call fund account was received, but the sender's details were unclear.
Upon calling back, I heard a name mentioned - Leeroy.
This call was found to be legitimate, as it concerned a family matter requiring assistance, though it required a deposit to proceed.
My family members receivied a call from this number, asking if they want to accept a collect call from an inmate, but they dont say which correctional facility
Even if you're certain you don't know anyone incarcerated, it's possible that the call is genuine; perhaps an inmate is dialing numbers from memory, resulting in incorrect calls
My experience involves an inmate phone services company that operates across multiple states, including South Texas where my brother is currently located.
