Sep 14, 2013
A guy with a thick Indian/middle eastern accent called (has been calling everyday, numerous times a day). I was in the middle or running errands and ,ironically, in line at the bank when he called. He explained that I had "won" a federal grant(which I would not have to pay back) and that he just needed to verify some information. I told him that I was not comfortable with this and he got irritated with me and said, "I already have all your information, I just need you to verify." Because I had just filled out my fafsa and started school recently, I fell for this BS.. He then proceeded to tell me the website, my username, password, and confirmation number.. It took me several attempts to understand what he was saying and each time he had to tell me again, he got increasingly angry with me, as he did when I was tryin to speak to the bank teller. I felt so uneasy about it even after I hung up with him and when I looked up the number and found out it was a scam, I was just sick! I've since cancelled my card and will be contacting my bank as soon as they open.. I should have went with my gut and now I feel so stupid but I know I'm not the only sucker who fell for this man's bs! I've also called the number back and left a message as they "are not available." These phone calls are not only harassing but completely fraudulent! I sincerely hope that my experience will help to prevent someone else from making the same mistake and hopefully, all the reports against these monsters will put a stop to their game! If you receive a call from this number or one that sounds similar to this, DO NOT FALL FOR IT!! I pray that something can/will be done to put these criminals away!!