Verify any claims of account compromise directly with your bank or service provider using official contact details—never respond to unsolicited calls. Hang up immediately if the line sounds suspicious or the accent doesn't match the supposed origin, as scammers often use poor connections to mask their location. Enable call screening on your phone to filter unknowns, and report the number to your telecom provider or authorities like the FTC. Block it to prevent repeats, and advise family to do the same. Stay cautious with personal info; legitimate entities won't pressure you over the phone.
Received a call today on my wife's line where the male African caller claimed some compromise on her number; the connection was fuzzy, sounding like it originated from outside South Africa.
