Apr 8, 2010
Caller ID said "Egypt 2085579031".Got the exact same call from 646 224 9884 earlier today. I've Googled the numbers and it's come up scam collectors.
Overseas callers with heavy accents try to extort money out of people with all manner of threats. They misrepresent themselves as law enforcement to try to get information. They often do not have actual collection accounts, just lists of possible victims/dupes. They often prey on people who used payday loan services, and the lists come from payday lenders, usually ones that went out of business.
IMPORTANT POINT: They often do not have an actual collection accounts, just a name and number. Even if you send them money, no actual debt will be settled.
Do not give out information to anyone who calls about a debt. Always insist an handling everything through the mail. NEVER, EVER, EVER, give them your bank account number or related info. There is no way to distinguish scam artists from genuine collectors so don't be a victim.