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828-354-1898
Scam Phone Number
Spoofed Caller ID / Name
GEEK SQUAD / BEST BUY
Scam Category
Tech Support Scam
Scammer Script / Description
Fake Geek Squad email/call: 'You are being billed $500 for a 1-year subscription. Call this number if you want to cancel.' When victim calls, scammer attempts to gain remote access or steal banking credentials. Reported on 800notes.
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- 2.Block the number on your phone.
- 3.Report it to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov or call 1-877-382-4357.
- 4.If you gave financial information, contact your bank immediately.
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