Like trying to swat a persistent fly, those relentless calls can wear you down. The best defense is to document each interaction, note the time, number, and any script details. If they claim a debt, demand a written validation and send it via certified mail—keep the receipt. Use your phone’s call‑blocking features or a third‑party app to stop future rings. In states where single‑party consent applies, you can record the call, but double‑check local wire‑tap laws first. When the pressure mounts, hang up and report the number to the FTC and your carrier’s fraud line.
It seem like your problem can be easly solved, and I dont know why you havent taken any mesure to stop the calls, furthermore, it's surprising that people can use a search engine to find this site but cant use it to find solution to a simple problem like this
When they call again, informing them that the conversation is being recorded, as permitted by law in most states, and requesting the company's legitimate name and address for debt validation purposes may be effective; if they decline, advising them that a lawyer will obtain this information may prompt disconnection.
The constant barrage of calls from this number, claiming I owe a debt, is harassment, and despite my requests, they refuse to remove my number from their database, insisting that the previous owner of this number is the one they intend to contact.
