This is a geographic number originating from Massachusetts (Boston, Cambridge) that has been included in our database for tracking reports and caller information.
Our records indicate that this number has been reported 24 times. The most common reason for reports is Other.
Area code 857 serves Boston, Cambridge, Massachusetts. This area code is in the Eastern time zone. Calls from this area code may originate from local businesses, services, or residents in that region.
Our database has collected 24 reports about calls from this number across 5 complaint categories:
When dealing with calls from this number:
| Complaint Type | Number of Complaints |
|---|---|
| Other | 10 |
| Dropped call or no message | 8 |
| Calls pretending to be government, businesses, or family and friends | 3 |
| Computer & technical support | 2 |
| Reducing your debt (credit cards, mortgage, student loans) | 1 |
Complaints about (857) 496-8609 have been filed from 2 states. The most reports come from Massachusetts (8 reports), Billerica, Massachusetts (3 reports), Maine (3 reports).
| State | City | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | Not specified | 8 |
| Massachusetts | Billerica | 3 |
| Maine | Not specified | 3 |
| Massachusetts | Groton | 3 |
| Massachusetts | Arlington | 2 |
| Massachusetts | LOWELL | 1 |
| Maine | Portland | 1 |
| Massachusetts | North Reading | 1 |
| Massachusetts | Attleboro | 1 |
| Maine | Scarborough | 1 |
The first complaint about (857) 496-8609 was recorded on September 6, 2023. The most recent report was filed on May 20, 2025. Peak activity occurred in September 2024 with 4 complaints.
| Month | Reports |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| Apr 2025 | 2 |
| Jan 2025 | 4 |
| Dec 2024 | 4 |
| Nov 2024 | 2 |
| Oct 2024 | 3 |
| Sep 2024 | 4 |
| Sep 2023 | 2 |
| Aug 2023 | 2 |
Of the 20 reports filed about (857) 496-8609, 30% were identified as automated robocalls, 70% were live callers.
This number has received a significant number of complaints. Consider these actions:
