I received a telephone call last evening from an individual
identifying himself as an AT&T Service Technician
who was conducting a test on the telephone lines. He stated
that to complete the test I should touch
nine (9), zero (0), the pound sign (#), and then hang up. Luckily, I
was suspicious and refused.
Upon contacting the telephone company, I was informed that by pushing
90#, you give the requesting individual full access to your telephone
line, which enables them to place long distance calls billed to your
home phone number.
I was further informed that this scam has been originating from many
local jails/prisons. DO NOT press 90# for ANYONE...
After checking with Verizon they also said it was true, so do not dial
90# for anyone !!!!!
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