8006957444

Got a call from "Mr. Wilkins" using a private number, but then he said to contact him at 18006957444 ext 1267507. He wanted to speak with my mother about "a personal matter". He was polite and friendly when introducing himself and asking to speak to my mother but when I pushed for details became extremely rude, aggressive and pushy. Wanted to know where she was, wouldn't reveal how he has been trying to contact her and when I said his demeanor makes me suspect he is trying to sell something instead of being a legitimate bank clerk, he responded curtly "you can give her the message or not" and abruptly hung up. That guy should be fired.

They took our bait! They called October 10, 2014. They IDed as "Private Number". They left message along the lines of "my attorney or I need to call back" followed up by verbiage our legal staff considers threatening. They will soon have an unexpected visit. The message had an extra long extension of 12_76_ _.

Your credit card company sold you debt for pennies on the dollar and these scum bags will make any profit they can by any means they can. DO NOT PAY THEM A CENT as your credit score will not be improved.

Lane Bryant sold you debt to these scum balls for pennies on the dollar . Do not pay them a cent.

Company called for my daughter stating she needed to provide them with her attorneys number and stated it was a financial matter. Found out that this number is a scam

I received a call from Mathew stating the same thing. Very stern voice stating to have my lawyer contact him. As I'm reading this it's probably my Maurice account.

I keep receiving a phone call and the messages state to call them or have my attorney call them back. I do owe to Lane Bryant but this isnt the same collection agency that was calling me before. I want to resolve my issue with Lane Bryant but I am afraid of calling these people back. The message usually says that my case has been placed on their desk which to me sounds really weird.

None stop calls wanting my personal information without telling me who he is or what he wants. I refuseto give myy personal information out to anyone I do not no

I received a call from an unknown number/ no caller id. They left a message and when I checked the message they left the following number 800 695 7444. When I called it back it was community bank   I admit I owe them money but their tatics in calling and making threats is against the law. Plus they call and give me a 2 hour time frame to call. Basically I had to call by 2 pm eastern time and it was 1230 mountain time! Something still seems fishy!

Get a real job..

Please have mrs Williams stop calling me!!!

I agree with Joe's a loser, Joe's a moron, and Judy Jones, and Jenn,  I got a call today at 4:27 p.m. from Private Caller and whoever she is, you cannot understand her name if that is what she is saying, she gave an ext.# and you have until 6:00 p.m. Joe don't point the finger and say what you did, because if you haven't walked in someone else's shoes and not know what the circumstances that may have gotten someone in a financial bind then be very careful what you say about someone, because the finger you are pointing at someone with your remark, just remember you have "three more" pointing at yourself. The one that judges and says things as you did are the one's that are probably far worse off than the one you are judging. They are just now calling again after waiting a month or more before calling today. So it has to be a scam and a coward for not having their number or name come up on caller id.

Just called and left a voicemail.. Said me or my attorney need to contact him by 8 pm or he will be forced to make a decision that could affect my life.. FO!! I owe no one and don't appreciate the threats

Well aren't u a jerk

So are there any updates on what was done to each individual who did not respond back to Agent ???...just curious what decision they were forced to make?
Also, shouldn't there be some kind of certified letter if there was a problem?

Anyone can call and say you owe them money - that doesn't make it true.

http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0258-fake-debt-collectors

Consumers across the country report that they're getting telephone calls from people trying to collect on loans the consumers never received or on loans they did receive but for amounts they do not owe. Others are receiving calls from people seeking to recover on loans consumers received but where the creditors never authorized the callers to collect for them. So what's the story?

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation's consumer protection agency, is warning consumers to be on the alert for scam artists posing as debt collectors. It may be hard to tell the difference between a legitimate debt collector and a fake one. Sometimes a fake collector may even have some of your personal information, like a bank account number. A caller may be a fake debt collector if he:

is seeking payment on a debt for a loan you do not recognize;
refuses to give you a mailing address or phone number;
asks you for personal financial or sensitive information; or
exerts high pressure to try to scare you into paying, such as threatening to have you arrested or to report you to a law enforcement agency.
If you think that a caller may be a fake debt collector:
Ask the caller for his name, company, street address, and telephone number. Tell the caller that you refuse to discuss any debt until you get a written "validation notice." The notice must include the amount of the debt, the name of the creditor you owe, and your rights under the federal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act.
If a caller refuses to give you all of this information, do not pay! Paying a fake debt collector will not always make them go away. They may make up another debt to try to get more money from you.

Stop speaking with the caller. If you have the caller's address, send a letter demanding that the caller stop contacting you, and keep a copy for your files. By law, real debt collectors must stop calling you if you ask them to in writing.
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 whom you're dealing with. Scam artists, like fake debt collectors, can use your information to commit identity theft – charging your existing credit cards, opening new credit card, checking, or savings accounts, writing fraudulent checks, or 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. Contact the FTC and your state Attorney General's office with information about suspicious callers. Many states have their own debt collection laws in addition to the federal FDCPA. Your Attorney General's office can help you determine your rights under your state's law.

Also good info at the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau:
http://www.consumerfinance.gov/askcfpb/1699/h ... legitimate.html

2/6/15- received call from 800-695-7444 and they left vmail.  They are calling from Comenity Bank in regard to a Marathon Gas credit card.   Just another phone # that comenity uses.

So after reading all of these posts I will assume the lady that just called me is a scam. She just said she was with "the bank" and called from No Caller ID. If you can't tell me who you are with I can't call you back. Thank you all who have posted your similar experience. In her voicemail she said of of the above things you guys have already stated. Have your attorney contact me.... the bank is making a final decision. What bank?

SO I WONDER IF ANYONE HAS HAD ISSUES SINCE THEY DIDN'T RETURN THE CALLS LOL, THEY HAVE BEEN CALLING ME ABOUT A YEAR NOW, I ASKED FOR VERIFICATION AND THEY JUST SAID PAY OR GO TO COURT LOL. I WORK IN THE BUSINESS, THAT'S NOW HOW IT WORKS.

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/