(657) 207-6023
FTC-documented bank impersonation pattern (part of $2.95B in imposter losses 2024). Uses a 657 prefix (La Palma / Orange County, CA) for elevated scam traffic.
Reports
Part of $2.95B imposter losses (FTC 2024)
First documented
2024
Last active
2025-11
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What the scam says
Caller impersonates a bank fraud department, claiming suspicious transactions have been detected on your account. Requests card number, PIN, or one-time verification code 'to freeze the fraudulent transaction'.
4 red flags
657 area code is flagged by security researchers for high scam traffic volume
Real bank fraud teams never ask for your PIN or one-time code — they already have your card number
Providing a one-time code gives the caller full access to your online banking
Urgency about an 'in-progress fraud transaction' is a classic pressure tactic
What to do
Hang up and call your bank at the number on the back of your card
Never share OTP codes, PINs, or passwords with anyone who called you
If you shared credentials: call your bank immediately to freeze your account
Report to CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint
Report this scam
Source
FTC impersonation rule 2025 — bank impersonation documented as top imposter scam (nearly $3B losses 2024); CFPB bank fraud consumer alerts
https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2025/04/help-ftc-fight-impersonation-scams ↗Related scam numbers
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Frequently asked questions
Is (657) 207-6023 a scam?▼
FTC-documented bank impersonation pattern (part of $2.95B in imposter losses 2024). Uses a 657 prefix (La Palma / Orange County, CA) for elevated scam traffic.
Why is (657) 207-6023 calling me?▼
Caller impersonates a bank fraud department, claiming suspicious transactions have been detected on your account. Requests card number, PIN, or one-time verification code 'to freeze the fraudulent transaction'.
What should I do if I receive a call or text from (657) 207-6023?▼
Hang up and call your bank at the number on the back of your card Never share OTP codes, PINs, or passwords with anyone who called you If you shared credentials: call your bank immediately to freeze your account
How many people have reported (657) 207-6023?▼
Part of $2.95B imposter losses (FTC 2024) reports documented. First reported: 2024. Last active: 2025-11. Source: FTC impersonation rule 2025 — bank impersonation documented as top imposter scam (nearly $3B losses 2024); CFPB bank fraud consumer alerts.
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Check your message →Source: FTC impersonation rule 2025 — bank impersonation documented as top imposter scam (nearly $3B losses 2024); CFPB bank fraud consumer alerts
First documented: 2024 · Last active: 2025-11
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