In looking the phone number on caller ID, I figured this was a telemarketing call but decided to answer it anyway.  The Indian sounding male caller asked for my wife.  When I said she was not here and would give her a message, he said it was an investigative matter by the IRS.  I got a chuckle about that since this is a classic phone scam approach and don't think government agencies would initiate contact over the phone.  I asked for his badge number, which he gave me (77962) and claimed to be "Officer Shawn Williams" - so he was ready for that challenge, appears the scammers are getting more sophisticated.  He said my wife should call them back as quickly as possible to address the matter. After I hung up, I went on to the IRS website and did a search on phone scams - there was a lot of information they provide which supported the idea that they would NOT make any such communications over the phone or via email.  They provided a link to the Federal Trade Commission to lodge complaints over such calls, so I went there and did that.  They asked for a lot of details about the nature of the call, but unfortunately I did not get more during the call - maybe next time....

I had same call.  first was in the morning where it was an automated message which was followed up by Indian guy "Officer Shawn Williams".  Next time, if I answer I'm going to see what personal info they can provide me.

I received the same call earlier today.  Officer Black, Badge #77962 from the IRS asked for my sister regarding a legal matter.  I  told him she was not available and asked for his telephone number (703-879-6753) so that she could return his call.  For the record, she won't be returning the call . . .my sister died in 2006.  Hahaha scammers can't fool me.

I just picked up an automated message with an Indian woman's voice telling me I was being sued by the IRS and that I should not ignore this message and to call them back at 703-879-6753 immediately.  Initially I was suspicious but still concerned.  You see I am a non practicing CPA and should know better but it still startled me.  But, since I have been audited at least 2 times by the IRS I know they do not initial contact via telephone. So I was glad my suspicions were confirmed by this blog. Thanks for being there guys.

I just picked up an automated message with an Indian woman's voice telling me I was being sued by the IRS and that I should not ignore this message and to call them back at 703-879-6753 immediately.  I was suspicious and looked up on line some information.  However thought I better call, when I started questioning the woman with a heavy accent she became rude.  I told her that I knew this was a scam and not to call again.  Filed a report with the IRS fraud line.