Nicole claimed she was looking for her friend Linda when she called, but when I told her she had the wrong number, she kept trying to talk and even sent me a picture, kinda wierd.
Publisher's Clearing House sweepstakes scam – what to watch for!
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Unexpectedly, a caller jumps straight into a $10 million prize pitch, flashing a brand name and a fake claim number. This pattern matches classic Publisher’s Clearing House scams that blend a personal touch—sometimes even a name like Nicole—with high‑stakes promises. The goal is to keep you on the line long enough to extract personal data or a payment. Never share personal information, don’t send money, and verify any claim through the official company website or a known phone number. Hang up if the conversation feels rehearsed, and consider blocking the number to reduce future disturbances.
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Recent Reports for (917) 266-8569
A pre-recorded message was played, announcing a $10,000 sweepstakes supposedly from Publisher's Clearing House
They clamed to be from PCH, gave me a claim number 1571US, and said I won $10,000,000, sounds like a scam
They claim to be from Publisher's Clearing House in Jericho, NY, and say i won $10,000,000
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