Ever wonder why calls from a number linked to TBS Productions keep popping up on your phone? The pattern in user reports points to a persistent telemarketing operation that masquerades as a charitable pull for local police or fire agencies. Even though the pitch sounds official, the organization routinely keeps the bulk of donations and pressures victims for credit‑card info, a classic red flag of a scam. Block the number, add it to your Do‑Not‑Call list, and never share payment details with unsolicited callers. If you’ve already given money, contact your bank to dispute the charge and report the incident to the state attorney general or FTC.
The number 568-8483 was provided
It appears I am not the only one receiving calls from them. They consistently hang up without leaving a message, often displaying the name TBS Productions. However, today the name appeared on my caller ID. Although there is a legitimate TBS Productions in Oakland with a similar number, based on the posts I have read, I doubt the calls are genuinely from them or a charity.
I was targeted by a scammer who called from this number, attempting to trick me into divulging my credit card information by claiming I had ordered something from their company, which was entirely false.
A call was received asking for a roommate, but the caller hung up when a message was offered.
This message serves as a follow-up to my previous post on 03/31/2010 concerning the number (510) 568-8483.
On 03/30/2010, i recived a call from a deep-voiced adult African American male who said he was from the Oakland Police Department, he asked if he could count on my suport.
I missed a call from this number, and the caller id showed a blocked name, no message was left thou
some girl was laughing when i answer the call
On March 2, I got a call asking for a $40 donation to prevent youth violence, prompting me to research the number and find this forum
I was contacted for a donation to the Oakland police, and they sent me a ticket for a magic show, claiming it was for charity; however, after researching, I believe it's a scam designed to extract money.
My 16 year old son answred a call from someone who clamed to be from a correctional facility, it was pretty suspisous
Despite previous reports, it seems these individuals are still active, making calls and leaving messages with background noise, which can be unsettling.
The caller hung up shortly after ringing, and tracing the number led to Oakland, CA, suggesting potential connections to PAL-type telemarketing, police business, or TDS/TBS Productions, with further complaints available.
I recived several messages from this number, they were asking me to call back if i wanted to donate to a local charity, but when i called, they asked me to leave my name and number
The number 510-568-8483 was mentioned.
TBS Productions, charity scam
Upon seeing this number on my caller ID, I returned the call, and the person admitted to dialing the wrong number. Shortly after, I received another call, again with no message
Contacting JAK Productions, Inc. at 1-800-931-9744 may be relevant for fundraising and other purposes.
The call was a scam, with the individual claiming to collect donations for the Oakland police officers association, which I know is not their practice, and when I sarcastically suggested making all of Oakland disappear, it became clear it was a deceitful attempt.
Two calls were received with no messages left, and there was no indication of a potential fundraiser.
The tactic of calling to raise money for causes like the 4 slain officer fund, as this caller did, is in poor taste.
I received a call from an unknown number, which displayed a misleading caller ID. I am unsure how they obtained my phone number, and they did not disclose the purpose of their call.
This week, I have received multiple calls from this number, with the caller failing to leave a message on each occasion.
According to some peopel, the number is asociated with TBS Productions, a company that is claimed to be a phony fundraising organization.
