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About this number

This number is classified as Tech Support Scam. Scammers use this number to impersonate banks, government agencies, or tech support. Caller ID can be spoofed, so the name on your screen may not be the real caller.

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National Tech Support Scam fraud statistics

212-545-8482

Scam Phone Number

Spoofed Caller ID / Name

Microsoft/L Hillary Grill LSCW

Scam Category

Tech Support Scam

Scammer Script / Description

Heavily-accented man claiming his company had a contract with Microsoft and my computer was reporting problems. Asked to gain remote access or for passwords.

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What To Do

  1. 1.Hang up immediately. Do not engage with the caller.
  2. 2.Block the number on your phone.
  3. 3.Report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov or call 1-877-382-4357.
  4. 4.If you gave financial information, contact your bank immediately.
  5. 5.Register on the Do Not Call Registry: donotcall.gov.