April 18, 2024

Phone Scam Looking to Waste Your Money and Time

Scott City, KS (westernkansasnews.com) A word of warning from the Scott City Chamber of Commerce about a phone scam.  An automated call says your credit car needs updated.  The call ask you to call a number with a (685) area code.  That listing is in American Samoa and while on hold with the hotline they will rack up minutes on your bill.  It is advised if you have a question over the legitimacy of your credit car or validity of the call to contact your financial institution or company that issued the card.