Watch for calls that sound like a recorded greeting from a named persona—often a red flag. When a voice identifies itself as "Donna" and then cuts off with a digital bloop, it's likely an automated script rather than a real person. Hang up immediately and block the number; avoid engaging or providing any info. Use your phone’s spam filter or a third‑party app to flag the source. If the call reappears, report it to your carrier and the FTC. Never trust a vague introduction, and keep a log of suspicious numbers for future reference.
When I answered, a woman claiming to be Donna spoke, but her pause and subsequent disconnection with an electronic 'bloop' suggested she was actually a computer program.
