360-322-6159

Received a call today.  Receive calls from the 360 area code all the time.

If you get a call from a telemarketer, please file a complaint with the FCC: http://www.fcc.gov/complaints. If they receive enough complaints, they'll investigate. In addition, they send information on how to file a lawsuit.

I received a call from Ashley M and she said that she had spoke to me last week regarding lowering my credit card interest rate. I told her she must be mistaken because I have one credit card and it's an American Express and I have no interest rate. I also informed her that both my home/cell numbers are on the Do Not Call Register and if she calls me again that I would report her and her bogus company.

They left a voicemail: the caller referenced a previous conversation, saying she found a solution to me making minimum payments on my credit card.  I've never talked to them and I never carry a balance on my card, obviously scammers!  Not surprisingly, they didn't leave their name or their company's name.

Just received a call from this number. I didn't answer it, as I don't answer numbers that I don't know. I called it back, and it was a recording to be removed from their calling list. I had my number removed, and I am putting my number on the no call list as well.

Individual identified herself as Ashley Martin and said we spoke on the phone last week; this is a lie, I have never spoken to her.  It was a call about reducing interest rates.  She did not identify the company on whose behalf she was calling.

Someone named Ashley Martin saying we spoke last week...which we didnt...said to call back to this number to lower my interst rates on my credit card....8778287254. I'm not calling.  I am reporting. My phone is supposed to be blocked and in the national do not call list!

OH MY WORD. How rude!! I went through the whole process to talk to an operator (as I had looked the number up here while I was on hold) and when "Kim" came online she said "My I ask who I am speaking to" and I said "actually you may not, and I would like to know what company you are calling from" and she says...

(SO RUDE)

"Apparently you weren't listening in the beginning of the call when the company was identified as Jet-something or other"...

to which I said:
"No, apparently you should listen to ME, as I have *NO* Credit card that you could have POSSIBLY have 'spoken to about my interest rate', and APPARENTLY you are also mistaken as NO ONE called me and spoke to me 'last week' as your recording stated"

and she got SUPER SMUG and absolutely more rude (if that's possible) and in her condescending tone say "Well ma'am mistakes DO HAPPEN and clearly this call was a mistake for us both, I will remove this number from the call list" and clicked over to some recording about my number being removed within 24 hours.

SO NASTY

My mom picked up the phone and here's the transcription:

Mom: "Hello?"
Person: "What do you want?"
Mom: "I don't know, you called me. Take me off of your calling list."
Person: "You could have done that by yourself, moron."

hope these [***] get investigated, and that [***] gets her [***] handed to her.

Wow, your mom was WAY more patient than I would have been!!

The call was a recording stating something about a new rule that my bank has to comply to reguarding my mortgage.  I hung up before they could go on.

Recieved a call just a minute ago from this number. Said "Hello" like three times and no one answered at the other end. Classy telemarketer...

This number called this morning and nobody would speak. Eventually they connected a recorded message that I didn't bother listening.

The criminals behind this operation do not come to this site and even if they did they would have no intention of removing someone that posts here.
I use this site to pass on information that I have gathered and hopefully it will give some insight into these criminal operations. I'm just a poor ignorant uneducated country boy from backwoods Wisconsin who has received more than 300 calls from these scum sucking criminals.

The FTC is having Robocall Summit on October 18th.  For more info go to:
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2012/10/robocalls.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/robocalls

What To Do When You Get an Illegal Robocall; http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/robocalls
1.    Hang Up. Do not press 1 or any other numbers to get off the list.
2.    Consider blocking the number
3.    Report it at http://www.fcc.gov/complaints
4.    Report it at https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov
Register your phone numbers online at http://www.donotcall.gov or call (888) 382-1222 (must call from # you want removed).

Who the suspects are:
https://complaintwire.org/complaint/ipzhHRymJ ... gon-robo-dialer
http://telemarketerspam.wordpress.com/2012/08 ... l-telemarketing
http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/money_co/2011 ... -companies.html
http://www.bbb.org/west-florida/business-revi ... ter-fl-90107305
http://investing.businessweek.com/research/st ... vcapId=23957705
http://www.ocregister.com/articles/cox-353170-agency-companies.html
http://www.ftc.gov/os/caselist/0923193/index.shtm
http://articles.latimes.com/2011/nov/29/business/la-fi-lazarus-20111129
http://www.scamwarners.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=22278
http://www.consumeraffairs.com/debt/client_services_inc.html
http://onthespotblog.com/the-hunt-for-rachel-at-cardholder-services
http://www.scamchecker.com/content/cardmember-services-another-scam
http://www.state.ia.us/government/ag/latest_n ... fundraiser.html

Many of these calls are coming from Costa Rica and India and they are using spoofed (false) numbers, which in itself is illegal. They do cold calling for or sell the leads to numerous companies in this country and they know that what they are doing is illegal. Tomorrow this same number may be selling Cruises, Timeshares or Security Systems but if you follow the money it usually ends up in the hands of an American LLC.
These scum are making money by sending their bogus Caller ID information to your phone company. Telephone numbers are Calling Name (CNAM) provisioned and stored in a special database accessible to other telecom utilities.  This means that for any outbound call that transmits a special  code corresponding to one of their phone numbers, these criminals collect a fee for transmitting the caller ID information to the Local Exchange Carrier receiving the call.  When you see a  phone number in your caller ID (along with some name like Card Services), your phone company has to reimburse the caller for downloading that info from the database where it’s stored.
These fees are typically fractions of a cent per call however when these fees are aggregated across tens of millions of outbound calls per week, it amounts to significant money.  Huge volumes of unsolicited telemarketing calls can drive significant revenue into the pockets of these scum sucking criminals. In return your phone company charges you a fee (it may be hidden or $5 to $15 on your phone bill).  Since they only pay out a small portion of this fee you can see why your phone company allows this to continue.
Many of the inbound robo call numbers are spoofed, as most of the bolierhouses, both off and on shore, are using Voip SIP Trunks services. Throwaway DID numbers are also used. Some of the robocalling is operated by the end use scammers directly. Others are contract services who earn a referral fee once you are transferred to the scammers.
If someone makes the mistake of answering the phone and falling for their con then it is just icing on the cake for them. These people are the lowest form of filth on this planet.


How it works:
http://blog.usa.gov/post/30393077932/answering-your-questions-about-robocalls
http://onthespotblog.com/on-the-spot-blog-sti ... holder-services
http://onthespotblog.com/tag/cardholder-services/
https://complaintwire.org/complaint/ipzhHRymJ ... gon-robo-dialer
http://telemarketerspam.wordpress.com/2012/08 ... l-telemarketing

People should continually file complaints with their Attorney Generals office and also file with:
http://www.fcc.gov/complaints
https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov
If enough people keep complaining then maybe something will get done.

The criminals behind this operation aren't going to pay attention to you asking to be removed from their list. Their calls cost them nothing and they can make a million of them a day so they have no intention of ever removing someone. When you press a key to talk to them all that is accomplished is to verify that they have a working number.
Unfortunately blowing an air horn or whistle doesn't work either. Their headset have noise dampeners plus they are expecting it. However with that said if it makes you feel better then by all means give it a shot.

The banking system is also at fault here, without merchant accounts and ACH processing these criminals could not collect the scammed funds. Though the criminals use obfuscation, layered corporations, multiple bank accounts and offshore stashing, patterns of obvious fraudulent activity become apparent after a short time.

If you are interested in obtaining useful tracking information on the callers, I suggest that you act very interested in the rate reduction scam, as you have multiple high interest cards with large balances. Tell them that you don’t give out card numbers in response to unsolicited calls. However, tell them that if they provide you with a verifiable number that you will then call them back and provide the info. Since many of the operatives work on commission they will provide direct contact numbers if they believe you are serious about completing the deal. Verified return phone numbers are an excellent tool in tracking the people behind the operations.

Robocalls are illegal unless you have given them prior permission in writing (not worded into some small print contract from a 3rd party) and are absolutely illegal to a cell phone.  The Telephone Consumer Protection Act permits individuals who have received certain unlawful telemarketing, such as junk faxes or telemarketing calls, to sue the violator in state courts where they may be awarded up to $1500 for each violation.
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/robocalls  
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2012/07/robocall.shtm
http://transition.fcc.gov/cgb/policy/TCPA-Rules.pdf
You can also try suing them in small claims court. This site has some information on how to proceed.  http://www.killthecalls.com

Many of the disposable numbers come from Pacific Telecom Communications Group and they are currently under investigation and in the midst of various lawsuits. (The principles involved have been part of actions by the FCC under other business names).
http://telemarketerspam.wordpress.com

The Oregon Public Utilities Commission has revoked Pacific Telecom's certificate to provide telecom services in Oregon.

The Indiana Attorney General’s Office filed lawsuits against:
Consumer Credit Group and Proactive Planning Solutions of Arizona for violating Indiana’s Do Not Call Law and Auto-Dialer Act known as the robo-call law. Both companies violated the Credit Service Organization Act and Deceptive Consumer Sales Act by not obtaining $25,000 surety bonds with the state and collecting money upfront without performing any services.
Debt Zero of California for collecting money up front, failing to provide services or a refund and operating without a $25,000 surety bond.
Clear One Advantage of Maryland and Credit Arbitrators of Texas for violating the Credit Service Organization Act and the Deceptive Consumer Sales Act by not obtaining the required surety bonds.
http://www.in.gov/activecalendar/EventList.as ... ation_id=107077

Arkansas sues robocallers:
http://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2012/aug/0 ... marketing-firms
Missouri sues robocallers:
http://www.legalnewsline.com/news/236974-kost ... nies-over-calls
Mississippi sues robocallers:
http://msbusiness.com/tag/telemarketing

FTC is sending refund checks to 4,468 consumers “who allegedly were defrauded by a telemarketer who used robocalls (prerecorded voice messages) to pitch worthless credit card rate reduction programs for an up-front fee.”
http://bbbconsumereducation.com/the-checks-in-the-mail-this-time-its-true

Proof that current laws mean nothing to these scum suckers. Civil action by the FTC against such criminals is totally ineffective. These criminals need to be charged with Federal Felonies and subjected to significant jail time. All of those involved know that they are violating FTC regulations. The FTC levies huge fines, then rescinds them based on inability to pay. The FTC settles for the minimal cash on hand, and enjoins them from future telemarketing. The criminals sign off, then go right back to business as usual. These same people under different companies have been sued in the past and have only paid a minimal fine. Here are just a few:
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2011/12/roycox.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2010/06/asiapacific.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2012/03/asiapacific.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/os/caselist/0923193/111219roycoxcmpt.pdf
http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/donotcall/mediacenter.html
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2012/02/afl_financial.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2012/02/voiceblaze.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2010/03/voicetouch.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2009/05/robocalls.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2009/12/robocall.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2009/09/twi.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2011/02/robocall.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2009/05/robocalls2.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2010/12/jpm.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2010/08/voicetouch.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2011/11/sonkei.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2010/05/ams.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2011/01/khalilian.shtm
http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2012/09/nelsongamble.shtm

Write your Congressmen and Senators. We need CRIMINAL penalties against the companies that are profiting from these calls. Follow the money, slap them in prison, no one left to outsource to overseas boiler rooms, problem solved.

fast talking person with foreign accept with a lot of noise in the background. All I could grasp was that he said he was with google and wanted to verify my information - I hung up.

I received two calls from this number and both times the same person called me and he thought that I would just so happen to want another call after I have repeatedly told this DOUCHE-BAG to take me off their list.. I am irate that they called me after I told them to stop contacting me. I have been receiving these type of calls for weeks now.. They call me one to three times a day when I did not answer the phone.

Dexter was the name of the so called telemarketer. There was also a lot of background noise and Dexter did have a foreign accent.. He sounded French.

6-10 calls a day from these yahoos saying they are with google.  we take turns messing with them….'owners not here but your mom is…'     blocking numbers as they constantly change them.

Asked for owner without saying who was calling.  Refused to answer simple question of who was calling.  Hung up on them.

they claim to be from google with no proof

I received a scam call from 1 360 322 6159
They said they want to verify my Google local business on behalf of Google. They said we are not selling or do any markiting at all we want just to verify your listing. I belived them and started to give them my information. They asked me about my name, how many people in the company, how long I have been in the business...etc. The guy had indian accent. At the end he transferred me to another scamer his name is Alex and the same indian accent. Alex started to offer me to be on the top of Google listing. I said your friend said there is no marketing at all and you do the job on behalf of Google? He said sorry we are an SEO company and we just want to offer you an SEO service. I was angry and I told him this is a scam and you should have introduced your company as Seo Not to talk on behalf of Google. Those people are scammers and Google should stop them.