Is +17078542840 a scam?
We have received 1 user report flagging this number as suspicious.
Community Verdict
Potential Threat
Users have reported this number for suspicious activity. Exercise extreme caution. Do not share personal information or payment details.
Recent Evidence
"Left voicemail stating " This is Helen Hopkins...proceeded to tell me I can get a 25,000 loan with a monthly payment of 458$ possibly lower if I called back to discuss details with call back number 888-578-1953 * could have the ,money in my bank in a few days." However I did not fill out for any loans."
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is +17078542840 a scam?
Yes, +17078542840 has 1 community report in our database with a risk score of 30/100. We recommend not answering calls from this number.
Who called me from +17078542840?
Based on community reports, this may be a robocall, telemarketer, or fraud attempt. We recommend not calling back. Scammers often use one-ring or missed-call tricks to generate charges or confirm active numbers.
How do I block +17078542840?
On iPhone: go to Recent Calls, tap the (i) icon next to the number, then scroll down and tap 'Block this Caller'. On Android: open the Phone app, long-press the number, and select 'Block'. You can also contact your carrier to block at the network level.
Should I report this number?
Yes. Submitting a report above helps warn others and improves our database accuracy. You can also report unwanted calls to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov or to the FCC at consumercomplaints.fcc.gov.
Is it safe to call this number back?
No. If a number appears in our scam database, avoid calling back. Scammers use missed-call tactics to get victims to dial premium-rate numbers or to confirm active phone numbers for future targeting.
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