BeenVerified has released a report listing the top 12 phone numbers most commonly linked with scam calls. The software company analyzed over 157,000 suspicious phone calls spanning two years, identifying these specific digit combinations as high-risk for potential scam attempts.

The report strongly advises blocking these flagged phone numbers to prevent falling for typical scam tactics such as false package delay notifications or fabricated bank card freezing alerts.

These numbers are part of a subset of over 150,000 reported dubious phone numbers accumulated over recent years. Additionally, the report includes an interactive map of the United States showcasing the most prevalent area codes associated with scam activities in each state.

The 12 most common scam phone numbers

Below are the 12 phone numbers and what victims commonly report they receive from them:

(865) 630-4266 – Victims reported receiving a text warning their Wells Fargo accounts were temporarily locked and they need to call the bank to unlock it.
(469) 709-7630 – Users reported that a loved one’s name or their own was mentioned for a failed delivery attempt and that they should text or call this number.
(805) 637-7243 – Victims reported scammers claiming to be part of the Publisher’s Clearing House calling to say they won a sweepstakes or claiming to be part of Visa’s fraud department.
(858) 605-9622 – Users reported receiving warnings that their bank accounts were on a temporary hold.
(863) 532-7969 – Victims reported being told their debit card was frozen without mentioning a bank name.
(904) 495-2559 – Users reported that they were told they won an AT&T raffle and must respond to claim their prize.
(312) 339-1227 – Victims reported this number was used to promote a weight loss product or track a package scam.
(917) 540-7996 – This number was more of a marketing trick for “Scream VI” than a scam call. Users reported the number claiming to be Ghostface from the horror franchise ahead of its March release.
(347) 437-1689 – Scams from this number vary between a small dollar tax scam or for a fake offer to receive a free Dyson vacuum.
(301) 307-4601 – Victims reported receiving a message from this number that was actually a USPS delivery scam.
(878) 877-1402 – Users reported this number for pushing another “frozen debit card” scam that included the victim’s phone number in the message.
(202) 221-7923 – Victims reported this number for phishing by alerting them about a fake student loan forgiveness deadline approaching.

So be aware and don’t answer these Phone Numbers.

AI Enables Scammers to Replicate Voices of Loved Ones

Not every scam call, text, or voicemail involves an actual person on the other end. Scammers are increasingly using AI technology to enhance the credibility of their scams by leveraging technology to gather information.

According to Ariana Bago, a fraud analyst at Proxyrack, advanced AI tools like email phishing and deep fake videos are being employed to deceive individuals. Scammers also employ techniques such as vocal recognition to imitate the voices of individuals close to the victims.

Bago advises individuals to establish a predetermined code word with their loved ones as a precautionary measure. “With the emergence of these voice-based scams, setting up internal signals can help determine if you’re being targeted over the phone,” Bago told USA TODAY. “Having a specific code word when contacted by a loved one in distress can assist in verifying their authenticity.”

Additionally, he suggests maintaining privacy settings on social media platforms to prevent scammers from accessing personal information, reducing the risk of falling victim to such deceptive tactics.