Numerous scam phone calls reported by three Sedgwick County residents

Three Sedgwick County residents complained that they have been inundated with scam calls recently.

One consumer reported receiving 20 calls per week, one reported about 10 calls per week, and another reported about 60 calls during the past two months, according to the Sedgwick County Consumer Protection Division.

The Consumer Protection Division collects scam reports in Sedgwick County and helps consumers. If you think you’ve been the victim of a scam, or to report a scam, call the Consumer Protection Division at 316-660-3653.

Thirty-seven consumers contacted the division from Oct. 29 through Nov. 4.

Here’s are the most-reported scams of the week:

IRS scam: A scammer calls and claims the individual owes the IRS money. Advice: IRS typically does not contact consumers by telephone.

Government grant scam: A scammer called a consumer and claimed the individual could receive a “tax-free grant.” Advice: Don’t pay money to receive money, especially if you didn’t initiate the interaction.

Craigslist scam: A consumer sent money for something listed on Craigslist but then realized the post was a scam when the seller asked for more money. Advice: Beware of offers involving shipping, never wire funds or give out personal financial information and do not agree to background or credit checks.

Past debt scam: The scammer poses as a debt collector. Two consumers were contacted by phone and one by postal mail. Advice: Call the lender or debt collector directly using the number listed on your bill.

Grandparent scam: A consumer reported they received a call from someone acting as their grandson asking for money. Advice: Vet the caller, and speak with another relative to corroborate the story.

This story was originally published November 6, 2015 at 7:00 PM with the headline "Numerous scam phone calls reported by three Sedgwick County residents."