Bogus scammers claiming to be the IRS.

I got a call from this number claiming to be IRS.  The caller left a message claiming it was critical that I return their call. I played along and called them back.  He first asked for my phone number, I gave it to him (figured he had the number anyway).  Then hge asked for my name.  I didnt give my name and asked what this call was related to.  He got indignant and said it was an investigation.  I told him I didnt believe him and he said, "okay.  I will hang up now."

This is a scam.  EVERYONE. please do not fall for it.  If you are being investigated by the IRS, you will be notified by U.S. mail. You will not be required to call an unknown number and provide them with personal information.

The caller left a message on me cell phone. Clearly he's been practicing his American English accent, tried very hard to enunciate each word but I could tell his native language is Asian or maybe Polynesian. Said that he was Officer Eric Foster "...do not try to disregard this message. If you do not call back or if I don't hear from your attorney all I can do is wish you good luck as this situation badly unfolds on you." The opening to his message was too difficult to understand but I get the idea.

Same thing, this scammer sent an automated call to my cell number today, claiming to be with the IRS and stated that there would be "dire" consequences if I ignored the call. I have dealt with the IRS before, but they send you letters in the mail and THEN they call you, and it's usually a local office, not some scumbag faker from out of the state. Number shows up on caller ID as being a New York area code.

If i find this guy calling me he's gonna be in deep do-do!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!