They called me about a fake debt from 2015, they also contacted my ex husban and kids, thats a scam for shure
Urgent‑tone phone scams: red flags to watch!
Summary — +18312261085
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People keep reporting that the number 831‑226‑1085 is linked to aggressive debt‑collection scams. Callers often claim outdated loans from 2012‑2015, use personal data like Social Security numbers, and threaten court action or wage garnishment to pressure payment. These tactics match classic scam patterns: urgent language, vague company identity, and refusal to provide written validation. If you receive a call or text, do not share personal information, ask for the caller’s written debt verification, and hang up. Block the number, report it to the FTC or your state consumer protection agency, and consider a credit freeze if your data appears compromised.
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Recent Reports for (831) 226-1085
I receieved a phone call and a text message this morning, they claimed I owed money from a payday loan origanally from 2013, it's scary that they have my social secuirity and adress informations, I requsted they send me the court dokuments if they are legit.
I recieve the same call, same everything, it's obvious this is a scam, they even try to contact me by text, thank you for confirm it
The same message was received by me as well.
According to law, debt validation requests must be made in writing, and verbal requests do not have to be honored; furthermore, these requests can be sent via first-class mail.
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The individual became aggressive after being asked to send account information via certified mail, refusing to cooperate and making false accusations.
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They tell me i owe a loan from 2004, but i was in highschool, i never took a loan in my life, i offer to show them my credit report, they get rude and want me to pay, thats a sad excuse for a scammer.
When I inquired about the company name, the caller became uncooperative and ended the call abruptly, claiming to be calling for 'account recovery' purposes
The number (831) 226-1085 has been used by a scammer who retrieves personal info and uses fear tactics, threatening to garnish wages.
I received a couple of text messages from this number
We recieved a text from a 202 number, a rude man ansered and we hung up and blocked the number, they claimed to have an urgent matter
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A message was received stating that an overdue balance was pending and that additional fees might be incurred if not addressed promptly.
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I received an identical text message, suggesting a potential spam or phishing attempt.
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Obviously, I recived a text message and a phone call claiming I owed money from 2015, somthing about a bill or a payday loan, but I dont owe ennything, the guy was very hostle and rude, said he'd take me to court, I told him I'd see him ther, totaly a scam, beware of this number 831-226-1085
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Similar messages were sent my way, accompanied by threats.
After receiving a text regarding an urgent matter, I called the number but there was no answer.
When I answered, the caller claimed to need to discuss a debt issue with me before it escalated further.
A text message was received, stating an urgent matter and providing a number to call, 831-226-1085, allegedly to assist with a DNR issue.
When I attempted to return the call from a different number, there was no answer, which raises suspicions of a potential scam.
This number appears to be associated with a potential scam or unwanted contact.
The number that is sending me texts is (202) 990-1564, but the text messge claims there's an overdue balance in their office and to call (831) 226-1085, wich is a scam
I got a text message about an overdue balence, but never actually recived a call from this number.
I received a call claiming that I had an outstanding balance from 2015, amounting to $800, and threatening that if I didn't resolve the matter, I would face legal action, including a visit from the sheriff and a court appearance.
A call was received claiming that a cash advance from 2015 was owed, with the caller having access to old information, but the payment arrangements seemed suspicious and were not honored
The caller's behavior was extremely rude, as they demanded that I pay a bill without specifying the loan, and even asked me to verify my personal details after providing an address I've never lived at.
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A call was received with a message claiming to have my name and Social Security number, but not the correct address; no information was verified, and the claim of a loan was unfounded.
During the call, the representative claimed I owed money from 2012 and became aggressive when I disagreed.
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An urgent matter is claimed to require immediate discussion today, with a request to call 831-226-1085; the message is marked as DNR.
After receiving a text, I dialed the number back using *67, and a man claiming to be from the mediation department answered, but he hung up when I asked for more information.
A text message was received on a phone, apparently intended for someone else.
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