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A scammer contacted my employer, stating that I would be served with court papers for a supposed credit card debt from 2018. I do not recognize this debt. My employer gave me the scammer's phone number and a case number to reference.

When I called, the man tried to pressure me into immediately paying a $4,340 settlement. He threatened that if it was not paid in full, my wages would be automatically garnished at 25% of my gross income. He had my Social Security number and all of my credit card information. When I told him I believe I am a victim of identity theft, he replied, "No, I have all your personal information."

The situation became more frightening when my daughter called him to ask for his company's address. He put her on hold and then returned to the line to recite my daughter's own home address back to her.

The man said his name was John but would not provide a last name. He also threatened that once I am served with judgment papers, the amount I owe would increase to between $9,500 and $11,000, which would then be garnished from my wages.