Spending $350 on information that could have been obtained for free seems unnecessary and potentially scam-related.
Atlantic debt‑collection scam warning! - +1 888-548-6997 ((888) 548-6997)
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Bottom line: the repeated calls from +1‑888‑548‑6997 are a classic debt‑collection scam masquerading as an “Atlantic” agency. Callers claim they have a legal claim, threaten lawsuits, and promise large discounts if you pay immediately, all tactics designed to pressure victims into wiring money. Never provide personal or financial info before receiving a written validation notice, as required by the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. If you receive a voicemail, let it go to voicemail and block the number; report the nuisance to your carrier and the FTC. Stay skeptical and consult a consumer‑rights attorney if you’re unsure.
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Recent Reports for (888) 548-6997
18885486997
Scam
After spending 350 dollars on legal advise, i learned that scammers often call in advance, but legitimate people dont, they just show up with the paperwork.
18885486997
Scam
Upon receiving a call from an unknown number, I was presented with a voicemail referencing Atlanta. The message mentioned multiple complaints against me, but the details were unclear. They provided a reference number and an alternative phone number, 888-548-7824, to contact them. The call ended with a remark wishing me 'good luck,' which seems like a tactic to instill fear. It's essential to be cautious of such scams.
I've had the same experience as you.
18885486997
Scam
According to the fair debt collection act, you should be notified in writing, if they dont do that, it's probaby a scam.
Agreed, scam!
This number has been calling me repeatedly, claiming to serve papers, which is absolutly a scam.
Repeated calls and voicemails from this number claiming to be from Atlantic led me to call them back, and upon requesting something in the mail as proof, the person claimed they only send letters when payments are made, offering a significant discount if I made an immediate payment, which raised suspicions, and when I pushed for proof, the person became argumentative and hung up.
Threatening calls continue, with the caller providing personal details such as my address and the last four digits of my social security number.
The caller made a threat of legal action, stating that they possessed the necessary documentation to support their claim
A message was left indicating a claim had been filed and requesting a return call.
The experience with this number mirrors the previous description - it's a scam.
It's likely a phishing attempt, as the claim lacks any specific details about the recipient.
Repeatedly reciving calls from this number regarding an unknowen claim, so I've blocked it now.
18885486997
Atlantic ?
My phone have auto block on this number, but somehow they manage to leave me voicemail like 2 or 3 time a week, dont no who they really are?
18885486997
Scam
I have recived several calls from this number, all of them are identical
This number is involved in a scam collection.
Apparently, they sent me a text claiming they have been trying to reach me and i need to call them back, however they used my old married name which i havent used for 11 years, its probaby spam i think
No relevant information is provided
I received a call on my cell phone, with the caller instructing me to return the call using the same number
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