The U.S. Marshals Service — District of New Mexico is warning residents of phone scams in the area.

Several reports have come in from victims that believed the marshals called asking for personal information such as address, Social Security number, date of birth or bank account numbers to help clear up confusion with mistaken identity. The victim is then transferred to a person claiming to be a marshal who advises that a warrant may be issued or already exist if the victim does not comply.

The scammers are also “spoofing” the real main phone number of the U.S. Marshal Service — District of New Mexico so that it shows up on caller ID. The scammers have also been known to provide information such as badge numbers, names of actual law enforcement officials and federal judges, and courthouse addresses.

The Marshals Service is offering these reminders: U.S. Marshals or other law enforcement will never ask for credit/debit card numbers, wire transfers or bank routing numbers for any purpose; do not divulge any personal information to unknown callers; report suspected scam phone calls to the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center and/or the Federal Trade Commission. Victims can also report to the National Elder Fraud Hotline at 833-372-83211. You can remain anonymous when you report.