Guest guest Posted November 18, 2000 Report Share Posted November 18, 2000 Subject: #90 phone scam I received a telephone call last evening from an individual identifying himself as an AT & T Service technician who was conducting a test on the telephone lines. He stated that to complete the test I should touch nine (9), zero (0) the pound sign (#), and then hang up. Luckily, I was suspicious and refused. Upon contacting the telephone company, I was informed that by pushing 90#, you give the requesting individual full access to your telephone line, which enables them to place long distance calls billed to your home phone number. I was further informed that this scam has been originating from many local jails/prisons. I have also verified this information with UCB Telecom, Pacific Bell, MCI, Bell Atlantic and GTE. Please beware. DO NOT press 90# for anyone. The GTE Security Department requested that I share this information with Everyone I Know. Please pass this on to everyone you know. If you have mailing lists and/or newsletters from organizations you are connected with, I encourage you to pass on this information to them, too. Please let your friends know. Dave Vance GTE Support Center Muskegon Mi Office# Pager# (888) 404-0957 Fax# E-Mail ID: dave.vance@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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