Got a call from 888-289-4009?
Reported to the FTC
At least 133 consumers from Illinois, California, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Ohio, and 27 other states reported phone number 888-289-4009 to the Federal Trade Commission. 88% of the complaints reported call or text message to be a robocall or recorded message. The last complaint was on August 9, 2019.
Complaints by Location
Show More"Hi, Grandpa, this is your oldest grandson and I'm in the hospital. I've been in a car accident and have a broken arm. I also was given a ticket for driving under the influence. Please don't tell anyone that I'm calling you because I don't want to upset anyone." Can you call my lawyer at 877-402-9355 and he will let you know how to get the money to me."
Clearly a scam.
Call for $299 refund or account will be debited
Said there was suspicious activity on my account
Computer $299 charge and call back to rectify
My account will be charged unless I call back to claim my refund
Help identify who is using this number!
Based on the area code, (888) 289-4009 location is in Nanp Area, United States. Assignment information for area code 888 and prefix 289:
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