Scam reports in 38117 — Memphis, TN

East Memphis retirees are targeted by investment fraud and Medicare scams. 470 scam reports have been filed by residents in ZIP 38117. Statewide, Tennessee residents filed 83,027 fraud reports last year totalling $157 million in losses (FTC Consumer Sentinel).

Top reported scam types in 38117

• investment fraud
• Medicare fraud
• grandparent scam

The 901 area code covers Memphis and 38117.

See all reported scams in Memphis for citywide patterns.

What to do if you get a scam call in 38117

1. Don't answer unknown 901 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 TN Division of Consumer Affairs at https://www.tn.gov/commerce/consumer.html.
5. Report federally to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

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