“Publishers Clearing House scam - said I won $26 million, a 2020 Cadillac & $5000/week for life & to buy a $499.99 gift card to pay the taxes and then they would deliver my prize within 3 hours and take my picture with…”
229-261-8296 – Scam suspicion user reviews
This number belongs to the 229 area code. Browse more numbers from this region in the area code directory. Browse numbers starting with 229-261
Phone number 229-261-8296 has 4 user reviews. The available classifications do not yet show a clear consensus.
229-261-8296 appears to be a landline number linked to Albany, GA.
The prefix is associated with BANDWIDTH.COM CLEC.
This phone number has been searched 640 times and has 4 user reviews.
User reviews most clearly mention Scam suspicion.
What users say about this caller
Based on user reviews, 229-261-8296 is most often associated with Scam suspicion.
Information about 229-261-8296
- Search activity: 640 searches
- Reviews: 4 reviews
- Last activity date: Apr 28, 2026
- Area code: 229
- Line type: Landline
- Prefix location: Albany, GA
- Carrier / operator: BANDWIDTH.COM CLEC
- Top category: Scam suspicion (1 review, 25%)
Reported call types for 229-261-8296
| Type | Reviews |
|---|---|
| Scam suspicion | 1 (25%) |
| Unknown | 3 (75%) |
Examples from user reviews
Here are representative review excerpts for 229-261-8296. Each excerpt comes from a distinct approved comment.
User reviews for 229-261-8296
Publishers Clearing House scam - said I won $26 million, a 2020 Cadillac & $5000/week for life & to buy a $499.99 gift card to pay the taxes and then they would deliver my prize within 3 hours and take my picture with the check and go with me to the bank to deposit Said it would be him, 2 FBI agents and UPS making the delivery He used words like ""you are a luckily winner"" I told him it was a scam, he tried to convince me otherwise - he finally hung up
Received several calls from this number- I would like to know if this is valid?
Caller ID showed it as Georgia (Georgia what?) Didn't leave a message. Just added to Call Block.
When an unknown numbers calls me, I never answer it immediately. I usually wait for the voice message.This number 2292618296 called me a few times yesterday but no message was left.I don't think it was something important. Probably another phone ad.
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FAQ
What do user reviews say about 229-261-8296?
There are 4 user reviews for 229-261-8296. The strongest reporting trend describes this caller as scam suspicion (1 review, 25% of categorised reviews). Read the reviews section for more detail.
Is 229-261-8296 reported as suspicious or a scam?
User reports suggest that 229-261-8296 may be suspicious. Review the comments carefully and look for warning signs such as repeated calls, voicemail pressure, suspicious messages, or requests for money or personal information.
What should I do if 229-261-8296 keeps calling?
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How to block 229-261-8296
On iPhone
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On Android
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