(240) 482-8284

Got a similar call from "special investigator" Tema Anderson. The number she left was 770-755-1384 and the number called from was 770-872-0952 (each registered in some part of GA but unlisted or unpublished). They used my correct name in asking for me (in the voice mail msg). Same as the others here - she claimed a civil complaint was being filed on me, so****ing about "personal claim" and gave me a court case number. Stated I was a respondent and "must appear." Also threatened that if I didn't phone back in 24 hours "additional cases would be filed." This is completely bogus and certainly someone's attempt at trying to sounds like law or court officials (which in my view would be completely illegal, likely criminal). They give this bogus court case number but a case must have BEEN filed to have a number (and they claim one is "being filed"). I don't know their purpose, but I know it's complete BS.

I GOT A CALL TOO. LOOKED UP THE # AND SAW THIS. I READ EVERYTHING YOU HAD TO SAY SO I DID'NT CALL THEM BACK. NOW MY BANK ACCOUNT IS FROZEN, YOU SHOULD NEVER LISTEN TO WHAT YOU READ ON THE INTERNET! THIS SO CALLED SCAM, HAS A JUDGMENT A***NST ME! THANKS A LOT FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP!!

My nephew got a call in CA stating that Investigator Gina St John was looking for me and that this was regarding a civil matter in MD. I don't live in MD. Said if I did not contact them that an arrest warrant was going to be issued. I did reverse ph lookup and of course no company to be found. I've heard of this scam before, so I looked up ph# on google and it lead me to this site. People, be aware that there are scammers out there to get your cc info or bank info to wipe you out. A legitimate company will be listed and secondly, if this was a legit civil matter I would have received a summons from the court. DON'T BE FOOLED!!!

DONT EVER SEND MONIES TO THESE PEOPLE...it is a scam and if the debt is passed the statute of limitations they cant sue or write it up on your credit report.if they do write it up on your credit report because they get paid for that you threatened to sue the credit report company and with in the day it will be off.don't even send one dollar to these low-life debt collectors because if you do then the statute of limitations s****s all over a***n then they can sue you and write it up on your credit report.at times they do get a court case but all you have to do is ask the courts to dismiss it due to the statute of limitations has passed and you will win..if you don't win then the judge was paid off then get one of those news reporters from tv and have them ask the judge on tv how you lost the case when the statute of limitations has passed believe me it will be overturned.the collectors will take a debt back from the 1990,s and say the amount owed was 600.00 they will inflate it to maybe 10,000.00.now they have a new thing its arbitration forms they pay retired judges 250.00 to rubber stamp these forms and that means it will be in favor of the debt collector..these arbitration forms are illegal.go to this web-site budhibbs.com he is an advocate on these debt collectors he closes some of them down and we will help you if you get an arbitration form and read all the stuff that the collectors do to get your money you won't believe it and its illegal he will tell you what to do and even set you up with a lawyer if need be.when you know the law you have the upper hand on these collectors and it ****es them off that you have this knowledge.REMEMBER...BUDHIBBS.COM.....BUD HIBBS .COMeven a previous post from scam artist has posted to go to bud hibbs .com.sorry i forgot to spell check so ill post it a***n

DONT EVER SEND MONIES TO THESE PEOPLE...it is a scam and if the debt is passed the statute of limitations they cant sue or write it up on your credit report.if they do write it up on your credit report because they get paid for that you threntened to sue the credit report company and with in the day it will be off.dont even send one dollar to these low-life debt collectors because if you do then the statute of limitations s****s all over a***n then they can sue you and write it up on your credit report.at times they do get a court case but all you have to do is ask the courts to dismiss it due to the statute of limitations has passed and you will win..if you dont win then the judge was paid off then get one of those news reporters from tv and have them ask the judge on tv how you lost the case when the statute of limitations has passed beleive me it will be overturned.these collectores will take a debt back from the 1990,s and say the amount owed was 600.00 they will inflate it to maybe 10,000.00.now they have a new thing its arbitration forms they pay retired judges 250.00 to rubber stamp these forms and that means it will be in favor of the debt collector..these arbitration forms are illegal.go to this web-site budhibbs.com he is an advocate on these debt collectores he closes some of them down and we will help you if you get an arbitration form and read all the stuff that these collectores do to get your money you wont beleive it and its illegal he will tell you what to do and even set you up with a lawyer if need be.when you know the law you have the upper hand on these collectors and it ****es them off that you have this knowledge.REMEMBER...BUDHIBBS.COM.....BUD HIBBS .COMeven a previous post from scam artist has posted to go to bud hibbs .com.

Caller from this number called a relative, trying to locate my husband.  Said he was "Inspector Rosenthal" calling about a civil case (gave a fic***ious number).  Relatives got in touch with us through other relatives from across the country and I looked this number up on the web.  I found this and other sites claiming that this is a phishing expedition.  I believe it, since we just have been applying for a house loan and, no doubt, parts of our information have been insecure.  I will definitely spread the word.

This is absolutly crazy. I received a call from a young lady named carla james saying I was being investigated and a civil complaint was being filed a***nst me. She asked for an Affidavit # which I knew nothing about. When I asked her what it was concerning she said that I wrote a bad check in 1990 in Florida for a Mazda automobile.  Mind you, I have never been to Florida and never bought a Mazda or bounced any checks. The moment I told her this she ***g up on me.  Please report these people, I am!

Just got a call from Special investigator Carla James at 240-483-4254, same ****od, Affidavit# and civil complaint in which I am a respondant and summoned to appear.  Did not and will not call her back, unless it's to harass her for scamming people.

Someone from this phone number called MY DAUGHTER claiming to be a PI looking for me regarding a "case".  He THREATENED HER AND STATED THE POLICE WILL BECOME INVOLVED IF HE DOES NOT RETURN THE CALL!!!!!!!!!These people need to be STOPPED AND PUNISHED

This is a group of people currently taking advantage of people across the United States. They go by a variety of names and phone numbers -- some of the names they use include Global****et Investigations, Worldwide Recovery Services, Worldwide****et Investigation Services and North American****et Investigation Bureau (NAAIB). Last year they were operating out of Cleveland, OH, until they were shut down -- the Cleveland BBB named them as one of the top ten scams of 2007 (http://cleveland.bbb.org/WWWRoot/SitePage.asp ... 19642b&art=4334).You can get more info here: http://www.budhibbs.com/debtcollectorpages/NAAIB.htm.They will probably continue using this MD number until they get shut down a***n, then s**** using a new area code, but the MO is always the same: they call and identify themselves in a way that implies they are either working for a lawyer, the court system, or the police department (all of these misleading statements are illegal); tell you that there has been a civil case filed a***nst you, they give you a case number, and tell you that you must contact them before a warrant is sworn out a***nst you. When you contact them, they tell you that they are investigating a debt that is 10, 12, 15 or so years old; they'll name some bank you've never heard of, or a credit card you've never heard of. They'll have just enough information about you to make you nervous and they'll be phishing to find out more information. They'll tell you that the debt is some ridiculous amount -- let's say $10,200 for an example -- but if you're willing to pay today, they'll reduce it to, for example, $650. But they can't give you an address. Instead, they will ask for your bank account or credit card number. They'll tell you that if you don't settle on the phone with them that moment, a sheriff will appear at your door within 48 hours to arrest you. NONE OF THIS IS TRUE. Complaints have been filed to the AG of OH, MD, TX, NY, and IL, as well as to the FTC, FCC, and the FBI (as they are trying to illegally extort money over the phone). They often target the elderly and infirm. Do not speak with them, and save whatever messages they leave on your phone. If you get a phone call, file a complaint online with the following organizations:http://www.oag.state.md.us/Consumer/complaint.htmhttps://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/FTC_Wizard.aspx?Lang=enhttp://esupport.fcc.gov/complaints.htmas well as the Attorney General of your own state. Remember: whether the debt is yours or not, you should not be dealing with these people. They are not a legitimate organization.PLEASE -- file a report. You were smart and savvy enough to do research on this number; not everyone is that lucky. REPORT THEM!!!

Christine, see messages above. It is definitely, certainly, without a doubt a scam. As you can see, they left you a message in June, and nothing bad has happened. That's because they're crooks. DO NOT return their phone number, even to tell them to stop calling -- they'll just verbally abuse you on the phone. Save the message and report the phone call to the websites listed in the above post.

I got a call from Special Investigator Chris Johnson. I just picked up my land line messages so this message must have been left in late June.She said so****ing about a civil case and left the 240 number.I googled it and got to this site.  I have not called the number she left?Is this a scam?  what kind of scam?

One left a message for me today. from number 240-482-8284. from a Lonny Freeman. Looking for a Susan *****, and they said they had just talk to me (amanda ******) witch was untrue. I freeked, I didnt know what was going on. I am so glad I found this. Because for a minute I thought I was going to jail. I had to call back 3 time just to figure out what was going on and exactly who they were looking for. Finally I got a hold of someone that would listen to me and not **** up on me. They finally took my name off of this other persons case, but Wow what drama.     I just wanted to leave my comment. Please I hope no one gets scammed by these people any more.

This is a group of people currently taking advantage of people across the United States. They go by a variety of names and phone numbers -- some of the names they use include Global****et Investigations, Worldwide Recovery Services, Worldwide****et Investigation Services and North American****et Investigation Bureau (NAAIB). Last year they were operating out of Cleveland, OH, until they were shut down -- the Cleveland BBB named them as one of the top ten scams of 2007 (http://cleveland.bbb.org/WWWRoot/SitePage.asp ... 19642b&art=4334).You can get more info here: http://www.budhibbs.com/debtcollectorpages/NAAIB.htm.They will probably continue using this MD number until they get shut down a***n, then s**** using a new area code, but the MO is always the same: they call and identify themselves in a way that implies they are either working for a lawyer, the court system, or the police department (all of these misleading statements are illegal); tell you that there has been a civil case filed a***nst you, they give you a case number, and tell you that you must contact them before a warrant is sworn out a***nst you. When you contact them, they tell you that they are investigating a debt that is 10, 12, 15 or so years old; they'll name some bank you've never heard of, or a credit card you've never heard of. They'll have just enough information about you to make you nervous and they'll be phishing to find out more information. They'll tell you that the debt is some ridiculous amount -- let's say $10,200 for an example -- but if you're willing to pay today, they'll reduce it to, for example, $650. But they can't give you an address. Instead, they will ask for your bank account or credit card number. They'll tell you that if you don't settle on the phone with them that moment, a sheriff will appear at your door within 48 hours to arrest you. NONE OF THIS IS TRUE. Complaints have been filed to the AG of OH, MD, TX, NY, and IL, as well as to the FTC, FCC, and the FBI (as they are trying to illegally extort money over the phone). They often target the elderly and infirm. Do not speak with them, and save whatever messages they leave on your phone. If you get a phone call, file a complaint online with the following organizations:http://www.oag.state.md.us/Consumer/complaint.htmhttps://www.ftccomplaintassistant.gov/FTC_Wizard.aspx?Lang=enhttp://esupport.fcc.gov/complaints.htmas well as the Attorney General of your own state. Remember: whether the debt is yours or not, you should not be dealing with these people. They are not a legitimate organization.PLEASE -- file a report. You were smart and savvy enough to do research on this number; not everyone is that lucky. REPORT THEM!!!

My roommate just got a call from a Legal Investigator claiming that the call was in response to an issue with an ex-boyfriend of mine... harrassed her and accused her of lying to them by saying she was not me!  Also accused her of standing in the way of a federal investigation and that federal charges would be pressed a***nst her!  Not sure what is going on with this..

Special Investigator Yolanda Temples called my home and left message that I needed to call re: Case # _____ immediately.   Called 240-482-8284 and spoke to Special Investigator Robert _____.   He informed me that I had an outstanding balance with someone (he would not/could not tell me who) from 2000 (and then he said 2004) under my previous married name. He knew my address and Social Security Number.    He said I had been sent a letter in Feb, 08 that I had ignored. This letter apparently was offering some type of settlement of this outstanding balance.   After I did not agree to anything and questioned him repeatedly, he said it was apparent I was not willing to work with him and I would be receiving a summons to appear in Court and it would be sent to my place of employment because he now knew where I worked because I called from my office.   The individual was rude and refused to give me any information at all regarding this supposed unpaid balance.  I have since contacted US Consumer Protection Agency and reported them and they are looking into this situation.

Greensboro, NCElisa Banks called us at 240-235-5614. Same scam. If legit, they would leave the company name.

I received a message from a "Private Investigator" Theresa Mercer about my sister-in-law (They also called my parents who aren't even related! But the number is now 240-235-4110 or 240-235-4129. My mother said they were very rude and trying to get information. Claimed that this suit had been pending for many years. When my sister-in-law called the number she argued with them and ended up giving them info then realized what was happening after she called the courts and found nothing about it. So watch out! The wolf has c****ed it's clothing!

Received a call from a person claiming to be an investigator "Anita Banks" at 240-482-8284.  Person claimed I was named in a civil lawsuit from the county.  Got su****ious and Googled the number and got this site.  I called back and asked a lot of questions and ate popcorn in the phone.  The person said I was rued for eating in their ear and I asked them why they were scamming people and they ***g up.  We called the FL State Attorney Generals office and they said to call MD State Attorney Generals office.  MD said to write a letter and we did.  I have passed this number out to  my fiends and neighbors and we have be taking turns calling the scammers back to give them a hard time!Good Luck!!

Received a call from 240-482-8384 telling me to call re: a civil complaint where I am the respondent. They left a case number also. Got su****ious because the phone number is in Maryland and we are in CA. Googled the number and got to this site.What can be done about this scams? The number is a land line in Bethesda, MA, and could be connected to a name.Is there any legal action that we can take?Thanks.

Received a call from "Special Investigator" Elisa Banks. We were not home to answer the call, but she left a message stating that she was calling in regard to a legal case where we were being summoned as a respondent. She did not say who she was representing or give any other identifying information. Just a phone number with instructions to call immediately and refer to the case number she provided. This was very su****ious to us, so I went online and Googled her number and found that I was right to be su****ious. We did not call her back and nor will we ever. If someone needs to get in touch with me about a legal matter, then they need to send me the summons by mail! Don't fall for this scam!

Caller said she was "Investigator Elisa Banks" and advised a civil complaint had been filed in some county.  Could not understand what she was saying.  A lot of so called legal misreprentation.  Left an affidavit case number and the number 240-696-1779 and 240-482-8284 and asked I return the call.  From what I have read, this is illegal to use threatening tactics.  I saved it on my phone.

Caller claimed to be "Investigator Robert Warren" and advised there was so****ing being filed "with the county".  Nothing specific, and he had the wrong name.  A lot of pretend legal jargon, etc.  Called the number back and it went to a general voicemail box.