Indian Police Bust Sambhajinagar Call Center Scamming US Taxpayers

Authorities in Sambhajinagar uncovered a fake international call center scam where 116 people were arrested for impersonating U.S. IRS officials to defraud American citizens using illegally obtained personal data. The scammers used VOIP and encrypted email accounts to intimidate victims about unpaid taxes and legal actions, operating with a business-like structure. Meanwhile, the New Mexico Taxation and Revenue Department has issued warnings about a mail scam targeting residents, where fraudulent letters falsely claim property seizure over unpaid debts and direct victims to call an 800 number. The department clarified its official correspondence always includes letterheads and detailed explanations, urging residents to verify any suspicious communication via their secure online portal or by contacting the department directly. Residents are advised not to provide personal information to suspicious callers and to report fraudulent letters to the Tax Fraud Investigations Division or local law enforcement if threatened. These incidents highlight ongoing efforts by authorities to combat sophisticated tax-related scams affecting both international and domestic audiences.