Avoid returning calls from unknown numbers that claim the IRS is suing you; the agency never initiates lawsuits by phone. If you receive a pre‑recorded message demanding payment, hang up, block the number, and report it to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration. Use your phone’s built‑in blocking features and consider a third‑party call‑screening app. Never share personal or financial info with unsolicited callers, and verify any tax issue directly with the official IRS website or phone line.
When I called back with a blocked number, an Asian-sounding individual began cursing at me.
Unfortunately, there's limited action that can be taken. Authorities can only inform the community and media, as the calls are originating from India and Pakistan. Investing in a call blocker is a practical solution, and it's essential not to answer unrecognized calls.
I recieved a recorded message saying the IRS is suing me, total scam
The caller claimed to be from the IRS, stating that they would file a lawsuit against me if I did not call back immediately. However, it is well-known that the IRS communicates via letters, which include the recipient's name and Social Security Number, and they do not threaten lawsuits in this manner.
A recording with a robotic voice claimed to be from the IRS, stating that a lawsuit was being filed against me and that I must return the call immediately.
This is a big scam, I could tell right away that they were not profesional, they tried to bully me into making a payment, I hung up and contacted my local police station, they confirmed it was a scam, the scammers had indian accents and were very rude
It seems I recieved the same scam call that has been described in prevous posts about this number. If the scam didnt work, thered not be so many posts about it. People should warn their love ones about this scam, especialy the elderly, my 84 year old mom was victim of a similar scam
This number's calls are considered spam, and it's discomforting to receive threats; the concern is whether they can access phone apps.
I received a final warning from someone claiming to be from the IRS, demanding payment to avoid a lawsuit
An automated message was received, claiming an IRS lawsuit was imminent, but this is likely a scam as the IRS does not operate in this manner
The tactics employed by these individuals are reprehensible, attempting to extort money by posing as IRS officials and threatening lawsuits
This is a total scam, origionating from either India or Pakistan; it's best to block and ignore the call, and absolutly do not return it.
A call claiming to be from the IRS, stating they are taking legal action, is likely a scam
I like to play around with these people and waste they're time, the more time they spend on me, the less time they have to find another victim, its kinda fun
After receiving two calls and a voicemail from this number, I returned the call to inquire about the company and location, but the individual refused to provide any information, instructing me to disregard the call as a wrong number.
The caller ID showed Shawn Williams when i recieved the call from this number
A call was received claiming to be from the IRS, stating that I was being sued, but when I called back, they claimed to have been given incorrect information
Minnesota residents beware, a recent message was received from 202-492-8816, which continues to make calls.
The claim is that this number belongs to the IRS and is related to filing a lawsuit, with a provided number to call, which is 202-492-8816.
I recieved the same mesage again, claiming to be the IRS and thretening to file a law suit against me.
I received a voice message claiming to be from the IRS, stating they would sue me.
Recieved a message claming to be from the IRS, stating that I was being sued and needed to call back; however, this seemed like a clear scam, as the IRS would not leave automated messages
Upon calling 202-492-8816, an entertaining exchange ensued, as the caller, claiming to work for the IRS, became irate when confronted about the scam.
I got a recorded message from these scammers, they try to scare you by saying you have an arrest warrant, they ask you to call another number, I think they are liers.
My mother received a call this morning from the number 202-492-8816, claiming she needed to return the call to the IRS due to an alleged lawsuit.
I just recieved a call but didnt answer, they left a message saying the IRS was going to sue me, showed as from District of Columbia, i know its a scam so i just deleted the message
I received a robotic voice call from a different number, 212-492-8816, making threats to file a complaint unless I returned the call.
A call was received claiming that I owed the IRS $3600 and needed to pay through a money gram at Wal-Mart, but after refusing, the caller became aggressive and hung up.
Nervous about call, then angry after research
I've received four calls from this number today while in Phoenix, AZ, and each time they hang up when I identify myself as a police officer.
