Repeated patterns across reports reveal that the 866‑918‑2192 number is repeatedly used in fraudulent texts masquerading as bank alerts. Victims describe messages that cite a recent purchase, a supposed fraud flag, and a prompt to call the number for verification, often asking for the full credit‑card number. The language is inconsistent, with typos and random parentheses, a hallmark of phishing scams designed to induce panic. Callers never ask for just the last four digits, which legitimate banks never require. To stay safe, ignore unsolicited texts, delete them, and contact the bank through an official channel. Report the number to your carrier and consider a call‑blocking app.
It seems they are attempting to phish for informtion...a card was mentionned in the text, but I dont actualy own one.
The caller claimed to be from Wells Fargo, requesting verification for a charge; Wells Fargo should take action against these scammers
On 8/30/2023, two messages were received requesting Wells Fargo charge verification, despite not being a customer.
They are attempting to phish for card information, but I dont own the card they mentioned
Fraudsters claiming to be from Wells Fargo contacted me to verify a charge, which is a clear case of scamming and should be investigated by the bank.
On 8/30/2023, I received two messages asking to verify a Wells Fargo charge, which is suspicious since I don't bank with Wells Fargo.
The text message they sent is clearly a phishing attempt, mentioning a card I've never owned.
This is a fake Wells Fargo debit card scam, be aware of it
A phishing attempt was made, posing as Wells Fargo, with a suspicious phone number.
This is a fake Wells Fargo debit card scam, be aware
Claimed to be Wells Fargo, obvious scam
This number is associated with a fake Wells Fargo debit card scam.
Wells Fargo scam alert
This is a known scam involving a fake Wells Fargo debit card.
Allegedly, this number is from Wells Fargo, but its obvious a scam, they try to get you to call them back so they can get your personal informations.
A call from this number appeared to be a phishing attempt, claiming to be from Regions Bank.
Although it appeared legitimate, this is a phishing attempt, and Regions Bank should be contacted directly for security concerns using this number.
A text message was sent requesting confirmation of a substantial out-of-state purchase using a debit card from my bank, with instructions to respond with 'Y' for legitimate transactions or to call the reported number for non-legitimate ones.
Someone claiming to be from my credit card company, listed as 'bank' on my caller ID, inquired about a specific transaction at a store without specifying which bank.
A call was made inquiring about a potential credit card transaction at a Macy's location in Va Beach, with instructions to call back if the transaction was unauthorized
The same scam that was previously associated with Wells Fargo has resurfaced, this time claiming to be from Chase.
I was asked to confirm a charge on my Chase card, despite not having an account with them
A text claiming my Chase Card was used in California was received, but I don't have a Chase card
Apparently, this number is claiming to be from Chase regarding a credit card transaction.
A text message was received regarding suspected bank activity, which appears to be a phishing attempt to obtain personal account information
The caller inquired about a potential credit card transaction at Wayfair in Chesapeake, totaling nearly $400, and requested a call back for assistance if the transaction was not recognized.
A caller inquired about using my credit card at a Macy's store in Va Beach, instructing me to call back if I hadn't made a purchase
A suspicious text was received, inquiring about a transaction, with instructions to reply or call a different number for assistance.
This scam, previously associated with Wells Fargo, now claims to be from Chase
They send me a text message asking about a credit card purchase
