618 area code phone numbers reported to the FTC in the last 30 days:
| Phone Number | Complaints | Last Reported |
|---|---|---|
| (618) 228-0132 | ||
| (618) 655-3385 | ||
| (618) 537-1520 | ||
| (618) 655-3694 | ||
| (618) 710-8360 | ||
| (618) 887-3653 | ||
| (618) 403-5694 | ||
| (618) 842-9112 | ||
| (618) 717-9288 | ||
| (618) 717-9566 |
The 618 area code is frequently used for fake Amazon or Apple purchase alerts and aggressive Medicare sales. Scammers try to steal your login details by claiming a fraudulent charge was made on your account.
Robocalls warn of $1,000+ iPhone orders and direct victims to press 1 to harvest account credentials.
"It was a spoofed number. I received a call from 618-559-5910 and a recorded message said that my Amazon account had an order for an Apple iPhone that costs $1,000+... Asked me if I recognized this purchase... I didn't say a word, I hung up and went to my Amazon account to check for myself. Nothing wrong with my account."
Aggressive agents refuse to honor Do Not Call lists while pushing unauthorized Medicare add-ons.
"Claims to be my senior medicare advisor. I requested to be removed from their call list. He said, 'No I will not remove you from our list.' WHAT?!?!?!?!?!?"
Automated messages threaten arrest for SSN fraud to extort identity details and financial access.
"Stated 'there's a legal enforcement action filed on your Social Security number for fraudulent activity...before I am arrested I need to call this number.'"
Scammers leave voicemails threatening workplace document service to collect money for non-existent civil complaints.
"I have gotten 2 calls 2 days in a row telling me they have documents to serve me...they go on to say that they will bring the paperwork to my house or business. I've gotten these calls before and nothing ever happened."
Abusive financial telemarketers use extreme profanity when businesses decline unsolicited 401k consultations.
"Call from Shawn (618) 221-0413 attempting to set up an appointment to go over our 401K. When I asked to take a message he said 'F@$k you.'"
High-volume calls from disconnected numbers push overpriced auto warranties utilizing outdated vehicle data.
"This number calls every day. Sometimes several times a day. This is Linda from Dealer Processing.... when I call the number back, it's disconnected or no longer in service. EVERY DAY!"
Overseas scammers send overpayment certified checks and demand wire transfers before the fake checks bounce.
"Thanks so much for your quick reply I'm interested in renting the room. My name is Flocarelli Ginneane A... I'm currently in Guam (Sinajana) on a research work and will be coming soon... I will be paying via a Bank certified check, so please get back to me with the following details..."
Phone numbers with the 618 area code originate from a numbering plan area that comprises one hundred and twenty-six municipalities. This region encompasses approximately 15,458 square miles.
Area code 618, one of the original North American area codes from 1947, operates as an overlay complex with area code 730 . The 730 area code was introduced on July 7, 2023, to meet the demand for more telephone numbers in the region. Due to this overlay, ten-digit dialing became mandatory by October 24, 2021.
Covering southern Illinois, the 618 area code serves cities like East St. Louis, Carbondale, and Belleville. Expect calls from Scott Air Force Base transportation staff, SIU Carbondale alumni, and energy sector dispatchers.