Scammer Strikes Again | Irvine Caller Poses as Coinbase Agent
Edited By
Ahmed Khoury
A growing concern among residents arises following a scam phone call from an individual claiming to be from Coinbase. The caller, who contacted a local resident in Irvine, California, attempted to phish for personal information, igniting outrage and frustration among those targeted.
Details of the Scam
The resident received a call from 1-949-431-2454, where the scammer insisted someone was trying to hack their Coinbase account. This deceptive tactic is not isolated, as others have reported similar experiences with scammers posing as financial institutions.
Local resident response: "I swore at him for about three minutes, calling him a loser and a POS," expressing the frustration and disbelief many feel during such encounters.
Broader Community Impact
Comments from community forums reveal a pattern of similar calls:
Increased Scams: "I've had scammers call me from San Diego and San Francisco. All they want is your bank routing number to withdraw money."
Payment Fraud: An individual reported losing $1,000 after falling for another scam. The ongoing toll of these scams keeps many on high alert.
Protective Measures: Residents are taking precautions, with advice to block unexpected calls and refrain from answering unrecognized numbers.
"It’s 2025; all calls seem to be scams," one commenter noted, highlighting widespread distrust.
Key Insights
▽ 95% of commenters share negative experiences with similar scams.
△ The frequency of scam calls from California indicates a troubling trend.
※ "Don’t go looking for loans online; it’s a trap." - Warning from a fellow victim.
As the community grapples with these alarming calls, many are left questioning how to effectively protect themselves against rising scams. How can residents safeguard their sensitive information amid this increasing threat?