509-588-7107

I got a phone call from this number this morning.
He says, this is about social security number fraud claim issue.
He want to talk with me before he start legal action.
Is this spam or real?

The person who continues to call me on my cell phone says his name is Paul Marks and he alleges he has damaging information on his desk concerning my credibility. He says I am in serious trouble and if I don't response that there are serious allegations against me and prosecution is inevitable.

Mr. Marks has called my cell phone four times and have left two messages. The number he originally called from was 928-478-8800. However he left a message from 509-588-7107. I called him back and we have words for each other that was not pleasant especially me. He accused me of not paying my bills. I have recently received information from the Federal Bureau Of Investigation that my personal information had been hacked in  2011. I feel this is one of the deadbeats that have seized my information.

There has to be something that can be done about to scammers. I get these types of phone calls every month. My suggestions to people that experience this is to hang up. Don't get your blood pressure up like I did over these idiots and low lifes.

This is (one of many) criminal extortion scams that have been going on for years. They are using VOIP and/or disposable cell phones to disguise their identities and locations, making them next to impossible to trace and prosecute. There is NO "company" or "debt" and you will NOT be arrested. They are harvesting victims' personal identifying information and you need to do whatever you can to protect yourself. This includes: Notifying the FTC: https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/, placing fraud alerts with all three credit bureaus, notifying your bank and employer and letting these criminals know you are aware they are attempting to extort money for a non-existent debt and have alerted the authorities.

I just received the same call from a Paul Marks. He called my work and my cell phone saying there were some serious allegations against me. I called him back letting him know I knew he was trying to extort money from me and that I called the authorities. He asked who I contacted and that he needed me to speak with his director. I said there was no need for that and that I was finished talking. I hung up. He tried calling me back once but I did not answer. He hasn't tried again yet.

This man called my father asking for me- well a previous name I had. He gave my dad a phone number to call. When I did the man who answered asked if I was someone else. And then another name. After I said no he asked my name. At that I hung up. I have pulled my credit report and have no record of the crazy "reference" number he gave my dad. I believe he is a fraud!

I just had Paul Marks leave the same message on my work phone. Seriously? Does he really think I can be scared that easy? DO NOT FALL FOR THIS. I am reporting this phone number to my local FBI office.

thanks for the inFormation...this guy Paul Marks was trying to call me too.

He called me 2 days ago, same night nsense, had the last for of my social and every thing

I had the same call as B Murphy. I didn't answer and I haven't call him back now that I know that it is a scam. But I would like to report it to the authorities. So this low life person can be arrested.
He left his name as Paul Marks.

They call non-stop everyday telling me I owe money for a debt that I borrowed money online.  They are scammers threatening me if I don't pay they will have there attorney's file a lawsuit.  I am being harassed and don't know what to do.  I see there is many people that are getting calls like me.  Please put a stop to it.

Got a call from Paul Marks asking for my ex-wife saying something about check fraud bla bla bla. I asked him why he was calling me and not her?? He said he didn't have her number. If someone owe'e me money I know their number!!! Anyway I just flat out told him I'm going home and google this number and see what's up with it and he got all loud and started spouting off all kind's of different crap so I toned it down just to get a little more out of him but he pretty much knew I was on to him I think. He gave me a case number and I said what the hell am I supposed to do with that and he didn't really answer that question. He said she would go to jail and I said well I have went and got her out before so no big deal really!!! LOL Same crap happened last year about this same time and she hasn't been arrested yet!!! Can't somebody do something about these [***]???

I feel so completely oblivious! I had a previous pay day loan with a company, and paid it off. (I was young and incompetent.) I was trying to contact the group I received it from and they're no longer in business. I did my research, and found out this thread. I feel like such an idiot because I believed this man and set up a payment arrangement. He's gotten over $1000! I stopped the payments but now he calls every single day stating that I need to contact him before my money is lost and they continue with legal action. I honestly do not know what to do. I'm scared to death because I fell for this ridiculous scam! Should I change my number? Will he actually take legal action against me? One last question: is he allowed to state a case number and what it was for on a voicemail? He does that on mine, and he's sent me a voice mail for someone else as well. It was exactly the same as mine, just a different name and reference number. He never even clarifies my personal info on the phone. Only my first and last name. That cannot be legal. Any help or advice would be absolutely appreciated!!

You should never pay any caller who refuses to MAIL information showing you owe that debt to them.  Another link to read and learn about your rights as a consumer: http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0258-fake-debt-collectors

Informational post:

Extortion Scam Related to Delinquent Payday Loans

Washington, D.C.
December 07, 2010  FBI National Press Office
(202) 324-3691

— filed under: Press Release

The Internet Crime Complaint Center has received many complaints from victims of payday loan telephone collection scams. Callers claim the victim is delinquent in a payday loan and must repay the loan to avoid legal consequences. The callers purport to be representatives of the FBI, Federal Legislative Department, various law firms, or other legitimate-sounding agencies. They claim to be collecting debts for companies such as United Cash Advance, U.S. Cash Advance, U.S. Cash Net, and other Internet check-cashing services.

According to complaints received from the public, the callers have accurate data about victims, including Social Security numbers, dates of birth, addresses, employer information, bank account numbers, and the names and telephone numbers of relatives and friends. How the fraudsters obtained the personal information varies, but in some cases victims have reported they completed online applications for other loans or credit cards before the calls started.

The fraudsters relentlessly call the victim’s home, cell phone, and place of employment. They refuse to provide any details about the alleged payday loans and become abusive when questioned. The callers have threatened victims with legal actions, arrests, and, in some cases, physical violence if they do not pay. In many cases, the callers harass victims’ relatives, friends, and employers.
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To File complaints FDCPA/TCPA violations:
Your State Attorney General
Their State Attorney general
https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/#&panel1-1
http://www.consumerfinance.gov/complaint/

For Extortion Scam Operations,  File reports with the FBI, your state attorney general and Department Of Justice,CFB,FTC & FCC..

http://www.nw3c.org/
http://www.ic3.gov/default.aspx
http://www.fbi.gov/
http://www.stopfraud.gov/report.html
https://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/#&panel1-1
https://esupport.fcc.gov/ccmsforms/form1088.action
http://www.consumerfinance.gov/complaint/
http://www.fraud.org/

My father got a called about this Paul mark was looking for me and then my got a call to first how is they finding out the numbers of my family members but then tell me that there's some serious charges against me and I have to call and then tell me that I'm going to jail and going serve years what is this about I never been trouble and never got anything in the mail and this crazy help please

Debts are civil and not criminal matters. This guy is attempting to extort money for a non-existent debt. Read on:

How can I verify whether or not a debt collector is legitimate?
Here are a few warning signs that could signal a debt collection scam:

The debt collector threatens you. Legitimate debt collectors probably won't claim that they'll have you arrested or claim that they or their employees are law enforcement officers.

The debt collector refuses to give you information about your debt or is trying to collect a debt you do not recognize. You have certain rights to ask a debt collector to verify the debt. You can use this sample letter to request this information. Ask for an explanation in writing before you pay.

The debt collector refuses to give you a mailing address or phone number.

The debt collector asks you for sensitive personal financial information. You should never provide anyone with your personal financial information unless you are sure they're legitimate.
If you think that a caller may be a fake debt collector:

Ask the caller for his or her name, company, street address, telephone number, and professional license number. Many states require debt collectors to be licensed. Check the information the caller provides you with your state officials, or the state in which the debt collector holds a license. If the caller refuses or is unable to provide you with information about his company, or if you can’t verify the information he provides, do not give money to the caller or company.

Tell the caller that you refuse to discuss any debt until you get a written "validation notice." This notice must include:
The amount of the debt
The name of the creditor you owe
A description of certain rights under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
If a caller refuses to give you all of this information, consider requesting this information in writing or seeking assistance before paying the debt to make sure the debt, and the company, are valid.

Tip: You can consider sending the collector a letter requesting the information by using one of the CFPB's sample letters. You can also submit a complaint to the CFPB or you can contact your state Attorney General’s office.

Do not give the caller personal financial or other sensitive information. Never give out or confirm personal financial or other sensitive information like your bank account, credit card, or Social Security number unless you know the company or person you are talking with is a real debt collector. Scam artists, like fake debt collectors, can use your information to commit identity theft such as:
Charging your existing credit cards
Opening new credit card or checking accounts
Writing fraudulent checks
Taking out loans in your name

Contact your creditor. If the debt is legitimate – but you think the collector may not be – contact your creditor about the calls. Share the information you have about the suspicious calls and find out who, if anyone, the creditor has authorized to collect the debt.

Report the call. Submit a complaint with the CFPB or get in touch with your state Attorney General's office with information about suspicious callers.

Stop speaking with the caller.If nothing else works and you believe the calls are fraudulent, send a letter demanding that the caller stop contacting you, and keep a copy for your files.

Tip: You can use this sample letter to write a letter demanding the debt collector stop contacting you. By law, real debt collectors must stop calling you if you ask them to in writing.

Tip: If you're having trouble with debt collection, you can submit a complaint with the CFPB online or by calling (855) 411-CFPB (2372).

http://www.consumerfinance.gov/

Number was 623 207 9514 I was told to call.and to disregard call I guess but they were going to presu legal.action and left number to call no matter one answered the phone was set up to not answer call or after it was called call was diconnected I have a feeling this is someones cell phone and they have it set up or are not answering it but Are telling people to call this number I said u who ever it was they were reported a ready by people and me and not to contact me ever again. thanks