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Know the scam patterns.

The tactics robocallers use right now — documented patterns and a live briefing pulled from public reporting. Forewarned is forearmed.

Live campaign briefing · AI

Pull a current read on the most active U.S. robocall campaigns from public sources (FTC/FCC alerts and news).

  • Government and Business Imposter Scams

    Nationwide

    Scammers spoof trusted brands or government agencies to pressure individuals into providing personal information, money, or account access.

  • Auto Warranty Scams

    Nationwide

    Automated calls falsely claim that a vehicle's manufacturer warranty is expiring and requires immediate extension.

  • One-Ring Scam

    Nationwide

    Robocallers call and hang up after one or two rings, hoping the recipient will call back a premium-rate number.

  • Debt Reduction and Medical Scams

    Nationwide

    High volumes of complaints involve unsolicited offers for debt relief or fraudulent medical and prescription services.

  • Social Security Administration Impersonation

    Nationwide

    Fraudsters pose as Social Security officials to threaten victims with benefit suspension or legal action to steal sensitive data.

This is an AI-generated summary based on public sources and does not constitute legal advice.

Cached briefing · 2026-09-23

Documented scam patterns

IRS / Treasury impersonation

Tactic
Caller claims you owe back taxes or a warrant is out; demands payment via gift cards or wire.

Red flag
The IRS never calls to demand immediate payment or gift cards.

Do
Hang up; report to FTC and TIGTA (treasury.gov/tigta).

Medicare / health insurance

Tactic
Offers free medical equipment or to 'verify' your Medicare number.

Red flag
Real Medicare won't cold-call to sell you equipment.

Do
Never read your Medicare number to an inbound caller.

Auto warranty extension

Tactic
Claims your car warranty is expiring and pushes an expensive service contract.

Red flag
Often spoofed 'dealership' numbers; vague about your actual vehicle.

Do
Contact your real dealer or insurer; do not give card details.

Utility shutoff threat

Tactic
Claims your electric/gas is being cut off in minutes unless you pay immediately.

Red flag
Utilities give written notice and never demand gift cards.

Do
Call your utility using the number on your bill.

Tech support scam

Tactic
Pop-up or call says your computer is infected; asks for remote access.

Red flag
No legit company cold-calls about your PC.

Do
Never grant remote access; run your own antivirus.

Social Security suspension

Tactic
Says your SSN is suspended or linked to crime; asks to 'confirm' it.

Red flag
The SSA doesn't suspend numbers or call to threaten arrest.

Do
Hang up; verify at 1-800-772-1213 or ssa.gov.

Fake charity / disaster relief

Tactic
Tugs at emotion after a disaster; pressures an immediate donation.

Red flag
New-sounding charities, pushy reps, cash/gift-card asks.

Do
Check charitynavigator.org before giving.

Student loan forgiveness

Tactic
Promises to wipe your loans for an upfront fee.

Red flag
Real forgiveness is free via your servicer or StudentAid.gov.

Do
Never pay upfront for loan 'help'.