Spoofed calls from +14401170000 are clearly aimed at utility‑switch scams, and the pattern of brief hangs‑up or generic recordings points to a robocall operation. Callers rely on a fake Ohio area code to lend credibility, then try to trick recipients into confirming or changing their electric provider. The safest move is to let unknown numbers go to voicemail, block the caller, and report the number to your carrier or the FTC. Keep your caller‑ID settings strict, use a reputable spam‑filtering app, and never share personal info with unsolicited callers. Blocking and reporting remain your best defenses.
No message was left, but the call is suspected to be a utility scam based on previous reports, leading to the number being blocked
It would be fitting for people to apply for jobs with these telemarketing companies and then reveal the location of their phone rooms, allowing those they harass to pay them a visit.
The caller fails to leave a message, which is supposed to be a common courtesy.
This morning i got anothor call and this time they actualy left a mesage
Frequent calls are made, but no messages are left.
Upon answering, the machine was met with a hangup from "Name Not Found" immediatly
The 440 area code indicates that this number is from Ohio.
On July 18, 2016, at 2:36 p.m., I received a call from this number, but no message was left. I have been receiving numerous calls from similar numbers, all of which appear to be fake and are likely scam or spam calls. I am on the do not call list, and I request that my number be removed from their internal calling list.
This number is likely being used for spoofing, attempting to scam people into switching their electric provider, which can be avoided by contacting the current provider
Apparently, the number appeares phony, with the Cleveland, Ohio, area beeing a hotspot for utility companys trying to get new customers, my online call-blocking service alredy had the number blacklisted and it was blocked after only one ring, so go ahead and block it to.
This morning, a call was recieved with alot of noise in the background, then they hung up after I said hello, I didnt bother calling back.
I recieved a call from 440-117-0000 about being an electric company, some woman with a thick accent asked about our power company, must be a scam
A recorded message was left, mentioning 'fixed rates' from American Electric Power; it is likely a scam attempting to lure customers into switching electric companies, foolishly unaware that our household does not use AEP.
Fabricating a phone number is a possibility, raising questions about its legitimacy.
It would be beneficial if carriers took responsibility for verifying phone numbers to prevent spoofing
