Individuals are receiving unsolicited calls from individuals claiming to be U.S. Customs and Border Control (CBP) officials. The calls start either from a recorded message or in person. They claim illegal activity was found with the individual’s name and has been intercepted. They then instruct the individual to speak with an ‘agent’, who then tries to get the caller’s banking information.
CPB warns all individuals to not provide any private information if they receive this call, particularly banking information. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and CPB don’t solicit funds or ask for banking information over the phone.
If you receive a call asking for financial information, CBP asks that you note the incoming phone number, the name they claim, if offered, and any other information. Then, the CBP asks that you report the scam to the Federal Trade Commission online here: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/.
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