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Phone and telemarketing fraud is a type of scam where a criminal communicates with a victim over the phone to obtain their credit card information or identity. They then use this information to make unauthorized purchases. It is difficult for victims to distinguish between reputable telemarketers and scam artists. This type of fraud often targets vulnerable populations such as the poor, elderly, and immigrants without strong English skills.
These examples illustrate how criminals use the phone to deceive victims into giving out their personal information or money. It is important to be cautious when receiving unsolicited phone calls and to never give out personal information or money over the phone unless you are certain it is a legitimate transaction.