888-247-3797

Says his name is Mr Goldberg. Said I owe for a credit card and they are going to take legal action against me. I don't even use credit cards.

The number dialed from is 865-444-4794, the "toll free" number left is 888-247-3797.  A Mr. Spinelli stated that he was calling from the firm of Armin, O'Conner & Bach and that an issue has been filed within their offices.  Stated that documentation has been sent to the "address they have on file".  Message was left on work phone which does not have my name associated with it.  Called & s/w someone who transferred me to Mr Spinelli's ext which did not have a name, only the extension number of 101.

Same as the message left to the other post above.  Scam.  Came from a number out of the country.

This is not a spam caller.  This is a collection agency.  I received a call and actually spoke with a representative.  The debt was valid. I highly recommend if you get a call from Armin, O'Conner & Bach that you speak to someone and do not give any information until they can verify you.  The representative I spoke with was actually very helpful and not at all dismissive.

Mr. Spennali left a message from 740-217-8601 asked me to contact him back at 888-247-3797 as there was a case attached to my social security number. Claims they sent letters to my "address on file" no other identifying information. Below is a website I found when researching the number. If you  owe debt but are not sure if they are real I would recommend asking for a Debt Verification Letter mailed to you. That is what I plan on doing when I contact them back.
http://www.arminob.com/index.html

“Mr. spinelli “ Called stating they have my social and there is a company that I owe—no company NAME-no amount!! Just that I owe!!! I see he’s also called hundreds of others-wow!!

You seem all too happy that this is NOT a scam and an actual debt collector—do you WORK FOR THEM?!?

Yes, that one probably does work for these crooks.

You will need to send them a certified, return receipt debt validation (by law they have to go back to the original creditor to prove you owe the debt), cease and desist calling, or "not me" letter (this will be the best money that you have ever invested).  Also send it first class mail in case no one will sign for it.  Make a notation of that fact at the bottom of the letter.  You also need to report them to the proper agencies to which I have provided links to.  Then you need to go out and get a consumer lawyer to sue them on a contingency basis (no money out of your pocket) and let them pay you for the harassment.  If everyone did these three things, these crooks would be bankrupt and we would all be the richer for it.  Use these web sites to find an attorney in your state that will probably take the case on a contingency basis (no money out of your pocket up front):  http://www.consumeradvocates.org/
http://www.consumeradvocates.org/find-an-atto ... tates_value=All

Everything else you need to know follows including at least two agencies where you should report their criminal activities.

ARMIN, O'CONNER & BOCH, LLC
Number threads associated with these crooks:  https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-888-645-0772/6#p1239292186187852062
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-888-247-3797
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-619-327-4034
https://800notes.com/Phone.aspx/1-877-900-0658/2
Website lists them in western New York, world’s #1 capital for criminals pretending to be debt collectors:  http://www.arminob.com/
Whois info shows the website up since February 27, 2017 and they are using a privacy service.
BBB gives them an F rating with 2 complaints and also lists a failure to respond to advertising issues (i.e. using logos illegally):  https://www.bbb.org/upstate-new-york/business ... lo-ny-235988399
New York Dept. of State info:
Selected Entity Name: ARMIN, O'CONNER & BOCH, LLC
Selected Entity Status Information
Current Entity Name:    ARMIN, O'CONNER & BOCH, LLC
DOS ID #:    5004315
Initial DOS Filing Date:    SEPTEMBER 07, 2016
County:    ERIE
Jurisdiction:    DELAWARE
Entity Type:    FOREIGN 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)
LIPPES MATHIAS WEXLER FRIEDMAN LLP
50 FOUNTAIN PLAZA SUITE 1700
BUFFALO, NEW YORK, 14202
Registered Agent
NONE
Florida Dept. of State has this person listed as the owner:
KELSCHENBACH, ANDREW
4950 GENESEE ST STE 140
CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 14225

Looks like they are getting sued already:
https://www.law360.com/cases/5a04ac43a2bcd21874000001
https://unicourt.com/case/pc-db1-carter-v-armin-oconner-boch-llc-et-al-706591

It is incumbent upon them under the law to prove that the debt exists and that you owe it, and that they have the legal right to collect it.  You are not obligated under the law to prove that you don’t owe or that it is paid.  

Federal law (FDCPA) requires them to send you a letter (US MAIL ONLY) postmarked within 5 days of their first contact that contains their name, physical address, the creditor’s name, and the amount of the alleged debt.  It also must contains “mini-Miranda” telling you that it is an attempt to collect a debt and that all information will be used for those purposes.  The one other important thing that this letter must also have in it is that you have a right to dispute the debt within 30 days of receipt of the letter and if you do so, all collection activity must be stopped until the debt is verified.

Read up on your rights here and also make a complaint at this government site:  http://www.consumerfinance.gov/

Also file a complaint with your State Attorney General's office.
List of State AG’s offices:   https://800notes.com/faq/attorney-general

File a complaint at the NY State AG's Office here:  http://www.ag.ny.gov/

Mr. Spinelli calles but no anwser and said he has documents with my name and social security number on them

Got same call it is a scam

This is a spam caller. Better Business Burea confirms it is a false business and operated out of this country [USA].

Yeah right.

Liar.

Said name was Spinelli.  Number appearing on caller id was 618 216 9473 but said to call back a s a p before legal action is taken?!  Call back number was 888 247 3797

Said there were documents in his possession with name and ss# on them .  Call him before 6 pm. to clearn up this financial matter or face court proceedings.  Fake!

The number dialed from is 813-331-0482, the "toll free" number left is 888-247-3797.  A Mr. Spinelli stated that he was calling from the firm of Armin, O'Conner & Bach and that an issue has been filed within their offices.  Stated that documentation has been sent to the "address they have on file".  Message was left on work phone which does not have my name associated with it.

It is a scam, but nice try though. I'm sure you work for them!!

same just happened to me..

The only mistake you could make is to call them back. Block the number and any other 888 inbound number that pops up around the time this call is made. I love how they want to help you but you have to contact them for their help. Its almost laughable that "Sheri" thinks they are legit ....

This # called my phone, stating that my name and ss# has been used fraudulently and that I needed to contact them to resolve th