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Beryl Payton

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Another scam going on
11/17/2007 5:00:21 PM

I received this information in my email inbox today and just thought I would let everyone know.

Importance: High

  I am forwarding this, though you will probably get it from several
people.  According to Scopes, this is real, but not a serious threat.
It rarely happens and when it does, most people are scammed for only a
small amount of money.  Good to know.
  Subject: New area code 809 NOT to call
  *check it out at snopes.com*
 
 
 
ABOUT AREA CODE
 
  We actually received a call last week from the  809  area code.  The
woman said "Hey, this is Karen. Sorry I missed you--get back to us
quickly. I Have something important to tell you." Then she repeated a
phone number beginning with   809 .. " We didn't respond".
 
  Then this week, we received the following e-mail:
 
  Subject:  DON'T EVER  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 US, you will apparently be charged $2,425 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.
Unfortunately, when you get your phone bill, you'll often be charged
more than $24,100.00.
 
  WHY IT WORKS:
 
  The  809  area code is located in the British Virgin Islands (The Bahamas).
  The charges afterwards 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
 
  Sandi Van Handel
  AT&T Field Service Manager
  (920)687-904
  Additional information on these area codes can be found from ATT at:
 
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Re: Another scam going on
11/17/2007 5:25:45 PM

Hi Beryl,

Thanks for the warning.  That's what it's all about, Friends helping Friends.

This particular little deal has been around for a long time.  The first time I heard about it was back in 2003.  Also, in defense of your local carrier, there really isn't a whole lot they can do, since the call is actually routed or forwarded through a Foreign country. 

The really sad part of these scams is that the folks that devise these schemes must be fairly intelligent.  Can you imagine what they could accomplish if they would only apply this intelligence to making an honest living?  Well, as we all know, there is no limit to Satan's efforts to corrupt the Human heart.

Have A Wonderful Weekend My Friend,

Phil

 

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Re: Another scam going on
11/17/2007 6:35:49 PM

Thanks, my friend!  The warning is most appreciated. 

Like Phil, said, it's all about friends helping friends.  I have my 2 little grandaughters here, so I have to hurry on, but needed to recognize you for doing a food deed and passing it on!!

Blessings,

Judy

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Beryl Payton

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Re: Another scam going on
11/17/2007 6:54:53 PM

Hi Phil,

It is a shame that their are people in the world like these, preying on the innocent.  I can, imagine the type of money these people could be making if they only went legit.  I am happy if I can only save a few from being pulled in by this deception.  Have a blessed day.

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Beryl Payton

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Re: Another scam going on
11/17/2007 6:59:32 PM

Hi Judy,

You are a busy lady and you have your hands full.  Say hi and give the granddaughters a kiss for me.  Glad you got the warning.  I'm hopeing to get the word out and keep someone from being taken in by these people.

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Blessings,

Beryl

 

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