908 area code spam & scam calls

Got a call from 908? The 908 area code covers Central NJ (Elizabeth). 771 spam and scam calls have been reported from 908 numbers, contributing to 139,551 fraud reports filed in New Jersey ($314 million in losses).

908 reports in the last 7 / 30 / 90 days

Rolling community-report counts for 908 numbers, refreshed daily.

Cities served: Elizabeth.

Top reported scam patterns from 908

• impostor scams
• online shopping fraud

Top 3 scam types tied to 908 (New Jersey region)

1. impostor scams
2. online shopping fraud
3. credit bureau scams

Region patterns include statewide trends from the FTC Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book 2024 (139,551 reports, $314 million in losses across New Jersey).

ZIP codes within the 908 area code

• 07901 — Summit, NJ

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What to do if a 908 number calls you

1. Don't answer unknown 908 numbers — let them go to voicemail.
2. If you answered, never confirm personal information or press numbers to "speak with an agent".
3. Block the number on your phone and report it at donotcall.gov.
4. File a complaint with the New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs at https://www.njconsumeraffairs.gov/.
5. Report federally to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

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