02/25/2026
⚠️ Scam Alert – Amazon Gift Card Fraud (Hicksville, NY Number)
There are reports of scammers calling from a Hicksville, NY number (516-653-8562) claiming:
You should buy an Amazon gift card
They will give you a large sum of money in return
You must call them back and provide the gift card number
OR
Go to a grocery store, purchase an Amazon card, and meet them in person to exchange it for cash
🚨 This is a scam.
Legitimate businesses, government agencies, and prize organizations will never:
Ask you to pay fees with gift cards
Ask for gift card numbers over the phone
Promise large sums of money in exchange for gift cards
Arrange in-person cash swaps for gift cards
What to Do
Do NOT purchase the gift card
Do NOT share any codes or personal information
Hang up immediately
Block the number
If you’ve already purchased a card but haven’t shared the code, contact Amazon customer service immediately to report it.
Please share this warning with family and friends — especially seniors and anyone who may be vulnerable to phone scams. Staying informed helps protect everyone.