Telephone Scam Surfaces In 775 Area Code - Pahrump Valley Times

• Home
• >> News

Thinkstock Some callers are threatening to have people arrested if the payments aren’t made over the phone, authorities report. People are urged not to provide any information.More StoriesZombie Lot Protest slated for next SaturdayTeddy Bear Tea: Supporting community and local politicsTantalize your taste buds and enjoy some family funPahrump woman victim of fatal crash By David Jacobs Pahrump Valley Times March 9, 2018 - 7:00 am

Authorities are warning of a telephone scam that’s surfaced in the 775 area code.

“We are again receiving a drastic increase in reported phone scams,” Sparks police said in a statement. “The callers are claiming to be from the IRS demanding immediate payment and your credit card information.”

“Some callers are threatening to have people arrested if the payments aren’t made over the phone,” the statement added.

Police urge people not to give the callers any information.

“These calls are phishing-type scams,” authorities said. “They are trying to steal your credit card information and your hard-earned money. Do not give your credit or debit card info out to these callers. Do not provide these callers with any of your information. Instead, hang up.”

MOST READ Sponsored By One Nevada Credit Union LISTEN TO THE TOP FIVE HERE THE LATEST Zombie Lot Protest slated for next Saturday By Robin Hebrock / PVT March 13, 2026 - 5:15 amMarch 13, 2026 - 6:29 am

The Pahrump Vacant Land Owners group is calling for Nye County to resolve the issue of unbuildable lots.

Teddy Bear Tea: Supporting community and local politics By Elijah Dulay / PVT March 13, 2026 - 5:04 amMarch 13, 2026 - 5:04 am

Donate a stuffed animal at the upcoming event and support the local Democratic Party.

Tantalize your taste buds and enjoy some family fun By Robin Hebrock / PVT March 13, 2026 - 5:02 amMarch 13, 2026 - 8:48 am

The Pahrump Chili Cook-Off is taking over Petrack Park next weekend.

Pahrump woman victim of fatal crash By Katelyn Newberg Special to the Pahrump Valley Times March 13, 2026 - 4:59 amMarch 13, 2026 - 6:31 am

Rhiannon Folsom had recently turned 21 and was headed to visit friends.

Devour dinner while supporting area seniors By Robin Hebrock / PVT March 13, 2026 - 4:49 amMarch 13, 2026 - 4:49 am

The Pahrump Moose Lodge is hosting a spaghetti fundraiser for Nevada Rural Counties RSVP.

Congressman Steven Horsford discusses education and workforce development in Pahrump By Elijah Dulay / PVT March 13, 2026 - 4:35 amMarch 13, 2026 - 4:35 am

The roundtable with local education leaders covered rising tuition costs, federal cuts and opportunities.

Vole Fest: A day of desert celebration By Elijah Dulay / PVT March 13, 2026 - 4:29 amMarch 13, 2026 - 4:29 am

Head out to the rural California desert for a day filled with educational talks, stargazing, science activities and more.

Beatty Senior Center receives $2,000 grant By Thomas Hite Special to the Pahrump Valley Times March 13, 2026 - 4:22 amMarch 13, 2026 - 4:22 am

American First National Bank continues its support for 5th year running.

VICTOR JOECKS: California’s energy policies costlier than war By Victor Joecks Special to the Pahrump Valley Times March 13, 2026 - 4:21 amMarch 13, 2026 - 4:21 am

Democrats have finally found a reason to object to high gas prices.

Letters to the Editor March 13, 2026 - 4:18 amMarch 13, 2026 - 6:26 am

Today’s Democrats are more interested in bashing America than loving it.