The calls look like classic telemarketing scams—random time slots, vague location tags, and no voicemail. Avoid answering unknown numbers, especially those that spoof city names like Hackensack, NJ. Let the call go to voicemail; scammers rarely leave useful messages. If you do pick up, hang up immediately and consider blocking the number. Use your phone’s built‑in spam‑filter or a third‑party app to flag repeated offenders. Regularly review your call log for patterns and report persistent nuisance numbers to your carrier.
Two calls were made at 7:58 pm and 8:03 pm, during which the line was held, and only background noise could be heard
At 6:30 pm, the phone rang, but the caller did not leave a message when the call was not answered
On a Tuesday evening, I received a call from this number, which appeared to originate from Hackensack, NJ, but I didn't answer, as I don't know anyone from that area.
This is clearly a scam.
The caller ID shows 'Hackensack, NJ', which raises my suspicions due to the use of city names
