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                    I received a telephone call last evening from an individual identifying himself as an AT&T Service Technician (could also be Telus) who was conducting a test on the telephone lines. He stated that to complete the test I should touch nine(9), zero(0), the pound sign (#), and then hang up. Luckily, I was suspicious and refused.

Upon contacting the telephone company, I was informed that by pushing 90# or #09, you give the requesting individual full access to your telephone line, which enables them to place long distance calls billed to your home phone number.

I was further informed that this scam has been originating from many local jails and prisons
DO NOT press 90# or #09 for ANYONE.

The GTE Security Department requested that I share this information with EVERYONE I KNOW.
After checking with Verizon they also said it was true, so do not dial 90# or #09 for anyone !!!!!
 
PLEASE  FORWARD  THIS ON TO EVERYONE YOU KNOW!!!
 
Posted by Laddi Dhillon on 10/15/2008 07:39 PM   Comments (8)   Phone Fraud in the ActiveRain Channel   phone call  
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OCT
15
2008
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Hi Laddi;

Very good information, I will pass it on. I thank you for sharing................
7:45pm • #1

Laddi,

It's especially scary how easily our elderly friends can fall prey to these kinds of predators! Thanks for the heads up...
7:47pm • #2
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Great post, Laddi. Vigilance is the best defense in these dangerous times. Hope you have a great week ahead.
7:48pm • #3
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Thanks for the heads up!
7:49pm • #4
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I'll take chain email debunked by snopes.com for 200, Alex.

 
10:45pm • #5
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Amanda - You are wicked.
10:53pm • #6
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That's gotta be worth 400, Amanda.
10:58pm • #7
DEC
18
2008

News you can use. That's what I've been trying to tell people, use A/R for important news and issues !  I of course new about this already since I'm in Law Enforcement, but it's good you are sharing with others. I suggest you carefully scrutinize all your cell and landline bills, as Verizon is famous for adding charges without your approval.  One further thing, if you are having trouble with annoying callers, I suggest you get a "Phone Ninja" like mine, they work great.that is all for now. Dwight.
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