On 12-09-14 a resident reported that they had provided their social security number to someone whom they came to believe was a scammer.
The scam is a “robo-text-fishing scam” which is executed by an automated text being sent to the intended target’s cell phone which informs the intended target their BOA debit or credit card has been compromised. The intended target is instructed to call (978)-252-1229, which when they do, an automated voice instructs them to verify their social security number by entering it through their cell phone key pad.
The number provided by yesterday’s victim is the same that is seen in the attached You Tube video. If you believe you or someone you know has been targeted by this scam it is important that you contact BOA and NRPD to report it. You should also plan to take additional active measures to protect your identifying information from being used by those who are utilizing this scam.