A new phone scam claims your Social Security number is suspended

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Find out how to spot a fake government call and what to do if you receive one.

Tax season is a time rife with phone scammers as fraudulent callers attempt to cash in on citizens’ fear of the IRS, tax audits and the government in general. But fake IRS calls aren’t the only tricks scammers are using this tax season. According to several local news reports, a Social Security scam is preying on senior citizens this year.

In another version of the scam, which has been concentrated in the Monroe County, N.Y., area, victims are told their Social Security number has been suspended due to “suspicious activity” and are asked to press 1 to be connected with a Social Security representative.

 

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