From real reports
Common opening lines you'll hear
“Your package is on hold pending a small redelivery fee.”
“Click the link to confirm your address and pay $1.99.”
“Customs has detained a parcel addressed to you.”
Take action
What to do if you've been targeted
- 1
Do not click any link in a follow-up SMS — open the carrier app and check tracking yourself.
- 2
If you are expecting a real delivery, contact the carrier directly using the number from their official site.
- 3
Forward suspicious texts to 7726 (SPAM) on your carrier and report the call.
Common questions
FAQ
How does CallerScoop classify a number as fake delivery?
We aggregate signals from FTC Do Not Call complaints, FCC consumer complaint data, and verified user reports. When multiple independent reporters describe a number with consistent script details, our scoring engine elevates the risk score and tags the dominant category.
Why does the caller ID show a number I trust?
Caller ID is trivial to spoof. Scammers can display any number — including a real bank or government line — to make the call look authentic. Treat caller ID as unverified, especially when the call demands urgent action.
How do I report a number I received?
Use our report form — it takes 30 seconds and helps protect others. For larger losses, also file with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov and (if you lost more than $500) with the FBI IC3 at ic3.gov.
Got a fake delivery call?
Adding a report — even a short one — helps the next person recognize this scam in real time.