The Nebraska State Patrol is warning Nebraskans of a scam. The scam phone call reportedly appears on the would-be victim’s phone as coming from the NSP Troop A Office in Omaha.
“This scam was reported to us today and we want to make the public aware quickly to avoid people falling victim,” said Captain Brenda Konfrst, Commander of Troop A.
This scam is case of "spoofing". The number the scammer is using is 402-331-3333. The scammer then asked their would-be victim about student loans and threatened that the Internal Revenue Service could get involved.
“The vast majority of cases in which we would contact a citizen via phone would be the result of them reaching out to us, or to follow-up on a recent interaction we’ve had,” said Konfrst. “Under no circumstance would NSP contact a citizen about student loans or IRS activity.”
Anyone who receives one of these calls is asked to contact the Consumer Protection Division of the Nebraska Attorney General's office by clicking here. You can also call at (800) 727-6432.
The state patrol reminds residents never to give out personal information in response to an unexpected call that is suspicious. If someone claims to be from a company or government agency and want personal information, hang up and call the number listed on your account or statement. Use extra caution if you are being pressured for information.
For more tips or information about spoofing or caller ID scams click here.