is a Package / Delivery Scam
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Hello, this message is regarding a missed delivery attempt for your package. We have a package waiting for you with a reference number REF-3701-8884, and it requires your immediate attention. The value is approximately $1893, and you need to reschedule the delivery using your case number 858256. Please call us back at your earliest convenience to avoid any issues.
DATE BLOCKED
Jun 20, 2021
CALL ACTIVITY
LAST DETECTED
45 days ago
SPAM SCORE
CARRIER
Mint Mobile
LINE TYPE
Mobile
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
What is a Package / Delivery Scam?
Package and delivery scams claim there's an issue with a delivery, a package waiting for you, or a missed delivery. Scammers use these calls to steal personal information, payment details, or install malware on your devices.
Warning Signs
- •Claims you have a package waiting or missed delivery
- •Requests payment to release a package
- •Asks you to click a link or download an app
- •Claims to be from a delivery service but uses a suspicious number
- •Creates urgency about a time-sensitive delivery
- •Requests personal information to "verify" the delivery
How to Protect Yourself
- ✓Verify deliveries directly through official carrier websites or apps
- ✓Never provide payment information for package releases
- ✓Don't click links or download apps from unsolicited calls
- ✓Use Ghost App to protect your personal number from delivery scam calls by using a temporary number for online shopping
- ✓Track packages through official carrier tracking numbers
- ✓Be suspicious of delivery notifications you didn't request
- ✓Report delivery scams to the carrier and the FTC
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