Alarming calls likely are scams

Immigrants getting phone calls from impostors asking for money

Por: Leonel Sánchez 30 Marzo 2011 @ 10:33 pm
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Phone scams have been prevalent lately in San Diego County.

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When you get a suspicious call
Jesse Navarro of the District Attorney’s Office offered these tips to avoid being extorted by phone:

1. Do not volunteer personal or family information if you get a suspicious call from someone claiming to know or be related to you. If you suspect it’s a phony call right away, tell them they have the wrong person or the wrong number.

2. If the caller claims to be holding a loved one, don’t panic. Check in on that person to make sure he or she is safe. Phony kidnappers often ask for small amounts of money instead of thousands.

3. Get as much information as possible about the caller and contact your local law enforcement department.

4. If you file a police report, make sure to get a case number. If you decide to change your number, let your phone company know that you have filed a complaint, which will make your request easier to process.
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Berta Aldrete of San Diego made the mistake of thinking the man who called her was a relative who lives in Mexico.

He was actually an impostor trying to cheat her out of money. Though they have occurred for years, phone scams targeting Spanish-speakers in San Diego County are on the rise, according to one local law enforcement official.

“Are you Arturo?â€