The messages you received look like classic debt‑collection scams that have expanded into text and follow‑up calls. Scammers often cite a bogus “mediation department” and use urgent language to pressure you into calling a toll‑free line. Never provide personal or financial information, and verify any alleged debt directly with the original creditor. Block the numbers, report them to the FTC, and consider a call‑blocking app. If you’re unsure, consult a consumer‑rights attorney before taking any action.
It appears that these scammers use a tactic of contacting acquaintances and acquaintances' places of work to create fear and embarrassment, leading their target to call them and potentially extort money, often using incorrect information from the internet.
A text message was recieved saying '[my husband's name], this message is from the mediation department', i dont know whats going on
I recived a text message saying '[my name], this message is from the mediation department' but it's clearly a fake debt collection scam, they're just using texts insted of robocalls now, what a joke!
