area code scam

smkie · #1 12-18-2009, 05:05 PM

Do Not DIAL AREA CODE
809, 284, AND 876
THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION
PROVIDED TO US BY AT&T. DON'T EVER DIAL AREA CODE 809
This one is being distributed all over the US .. This is
pretty scary, especially given the way they try to get
you to call.
Be sure you read this and pass it on.
They get you to call by telling you that it is information about a family
member who has been ill or to tell you someone has been arrested, died, or
to let you know you have won a wonderful prize, etc..
In each case, you are told to call the 809 number right away. Since there
are so many new area codes these days, people unknowingly return these
calls.
If you call from the U.S. , you will apparently be
charged $2425 per-minute.
Or, you'll get a long recorded message. The point is, they will try to
keep you on the phone as long as possible to increase the charges.
WHY IT WORKS:
The 809 area code is located in the Dominican Republic ..
The charges afterward can become a real
nightmare. That's because you did actually make the call. If you
complain, both your local phone company and your long distance
carrier will not want to get involved and will most likely tell you that
they are simply providing the billing for the foreign company. You'll
end up dealing with a foreign company that argues they have done nothing
wrong.
Please forward this entire message to your friends, family and colleagues
to help them become aware of this scam.

AT&T | 809 Area Code and Other Long Distance Phone Scams
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