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Students have reported fraudulent attempts involving spoofed phone calls that appear to be from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the 51�Թ��� Police Department (BPD). This is one of many ongoing fraudulent attempts targeting international students and scholars in the U.S. While the language used by scammers may evolve slightly, the core tactics remain the same. Please remember: if you receive a phone call – whether it seems threatening or not – do not provide any personal information. Scammers use sophisticated methods and scare tactics, but no legitimate agency will contact you to threaten arrest, deportation or demand personal information.

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A "spoof call" is a phone call where the caller deliberately alters the information displayed on the recipient's caller ID to disguise their identity. This makes it appear as if the call is coming from a different number or person. Scammers often use this technique to trick people into providing personal information. As a result, it may look like USCIS, BPD, or another legitimate agency is calling you – when it is not.��

What to Do if You Receive a Scam Call or Message

If you receive a threatening call or message from someone claiming to be a U.S., state, or local government or law enforcement official, do not provide any personal or financial information and end the conversation immediately. You can then contact ISSS for additional support.��

ICE and 51�Թ��� Police Department (BPD) Spoofed Phone Calls

Students have reported receiving scam phone calls from a number that appears to be the New York City U.S. ICE Office (the caller information is ). The phone number is (212) 436-9315. The scammer will claim there is a warrant out for the individual’s arrest due to an error with their I-94 Entry Record and that they will be immediately removed from the U.S. The caller may direct individuals to the  to verify the caller’s phone number, and the document for reference. The scammer may also provide a name and an “ICE Badge Number.” If this happens, take note of both the name and badge number for your records. The scammer may insist on you providing personal information, including photos of your immigration documents, contact details, bank account information, and your social security number. Do not provide any personal information and hang up immediately.

Shortly after receiving the spoofed call supposedly from ICE, students have reported receiving another spoofed call from the (303-441-3333). The scam caller will threaten that there is a warrant out for the individual’s arrest and that the police will come to their house to question or arrest them. Once again, do not provide any personal information and hang up immediately.

This is a scam!��

Scammers may attempt to intimidate you by insisting you stay on the line, but this is a common tactic to manipulate you. Even if they mention some of your personal details, remember that legitimate government agents, immigration officials, and university representatives will never ask for personal information over the phone. They will also never threaten arrest or deportation, nor will they discourage you from reaching out to the ISSS office for assistance.

If you experience a scam, ISSS encourages you to report the scam to the local police in addition to any of the following offices: 

•  (if applicable)

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If you released any information to a scam caller, please contact the following on-campus offices to seek additional support or assistance: 

• Office of Victim Assistance (OVA)

• Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS)

You may also read about other common scams on 

For More Information About Scams:

• Check out our previous ISSS article on AR-11 scams and the ISSS scams webpage for additional resources and tips.��