832-497-1188

"We have sent correspondence and attempted to contact you on a matter involving your name and Social Security number but have received no response from either you or your attorney regarding this matter. We have decided to reach out to you one last time to give you the opportunity to be compliant and get your statement of intent to our office. Please be advised if we do not hear back from you today. We will place a statement on your behalf. So contact the office immediately at 844-808-9101. Good day.

There's no identifying information that this is directed to me personally, it's a very generic message.  There hasn't been other correspondence, written or otherwise from this company, so I don't know what he's talking about, but the man leaving the message uses a threatening tone of voice.  

This is an extortion scam. Treat it as such and let these criminals know the next time they call you are recording the call (legal in most states) and having them prosecuted for attempted extortion and wire fraud if they persist in their lies and threats. See how fast they hang up.

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/

Hello I just received the same thing today.

Received the exact message - called back FTC say DO NOT ever say you name NO information - he said he was from a law firm - I asked his address he gave me a law firm Goldman & Berkwich at 96 Sycamore, Tonawanda NY 14151 phone 844-808-9101 - but he called from a Texes number 832-497-1188 - I asked why are you giving me a NY address when you are calling from Texas - he said OH we have a office there too.  I called NY Bar Assoc. Never heard of this law firm - SCAM!!!!!

Got a call from this number left me a voicemail to call 844-952-7295 and give the secretary case#..... to resolve this issue.

Most likely this group>

NYS Department of State
Division of Corporations
Entity Information
The information contained in this database is current through February 13, 2015.

Selected Entity Name: KAUNTEY MEDIATION SERVICES, LLC
Selected Entity Status Information
Current Entity Name:    KAUNTEY MEDIATION SERVICES, LLC
DOS ID #:    4657397
Initial DOS Filing Date:    OCTOBER 28, 2014
County:    ERIE
Jurisdiction:    NEW YORK
Entity Type:    DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY
Current Entity Status:    ACTIVE

Selected Entity Address Information
DOS Process (Address to which DOS will mail process if accepted on behalf of the entity)
KAUNTEY MEDIATION SERVICES, LLC
96 SEYMOUR ST. SUITE 651
TONAWANDA, NEW YORK, 14150
Registered Agent
NONE

They also ID themselves as GOLDMAN & BIRKERWITZ LAW OFFICE which is non-existent so far as I can tell.  Just another "Buffalo Billy" out to debt scam people.  Multiplying like rabbits in New York state.  Hard to keep up with 'em.

got an un known call to call this number 832 497 1188 in cypress TX. The private investigators name was Jake Thomas. Some allegation under my name. I called the cops and they told me not to worry about it since i don't have any issues under my name or SSN.

They called saying I owed over $800 on a pay day loan that I took out in February 6, 2013 and if i didn't pay they would proceed with paper work for judgment.  They would not give any info on debt and said bank statements were not sufficient proof. They were very threatening and not nice at all

Most likely a debt collection scam where they are trying to collect money on questionable or non-existent debts.   Demand a debt validation letter be sent to you by US mail.  E-mail no good.  Of course they won't do this, so simply block the calls and ignore them.

Most likely a debt collection scam where they are trying to collect money on questionable or non-existent debts.   Demand a debt validation letter be sent to you by US mail.  E-mail no good.  Of course they won't do this, so simply block the calls and ignore them.