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Spam score 100/100
Last searched June 15, 2026
Standard US geographic line. We do not display carrier assignments — area codes can be spoofed and are not proof of who is calling.
High Risk
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12
Community reports
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Community snapshot
Most reported as: IRS Scam
Community sentiment: Mostly scam (100% negative tags)
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Based on 1 community reports, phone number (217) 283-1816 is frequently tagged as Scam with a strong association to IRS Scam calls. Approximately 100% of reports classify this number as spam or scam activity. Community data suggests exercising caution — consider letting the call go to voicemail and verifying any claims through official channels before responding.
Phone number (217) 283-1816 uses US area code 217. While area codes can hint at a caller's origin, number portability and spoofing mean the area code should be treated as informational only, not proof of identity.
(217) 283-1816 is a standard US geographic number. Local area codes can be spoofed, so the displayed digits do not prove who is calling or where they are located.
The first community report for (217) 283-1816 was submitted on June 15, 2026. Additional tags help refine the spam score over time.
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Our community spam score for (217) 283-1816 is 100 out of 100, based on 1 structured report. This is an estimate from user tags, not a verified legal finding.
(217) 283-1816 has been looked up 12 times on CheckThatCall. Search volume reflects user interest, not call frequency.
If you do not recognize (217) 283-1816, let the call go to voicemail. Do not call back unless you verify the caller through a trusted source. You may block the number on your phone.
(217) 283-1816 uses area code 217. Remember that scammers can spoof area codes to appear local — the area code does not prove caller identity.
(217) 283-1816 is classified as a standard geographic number in the North American Numbering Plan. Number type alone does not indicate whether a caller is legitimate.
The most common community tag for (217) 283-1816 is IRS Scam. Overall sentiment is scam. Tags reflect caller experiences, not confirmed identity.
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