A consumer in Mccamey, TX told the FCC about a text from this number on Sep 28, 2026.
The subject they gave: Criminal charges.
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(888) 894-1196Who called from 888-894-1196?
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888-894-1196 has 5 complaints filed with the FTC and FCC since Jan 2025, the latest . Most are about text messages. The most common subject: Criminal charges. People in 3 states complained, the most of them in Texas (3).
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- FTC/FCC complaints
- 5
- Lookups
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No ShadyCall reports about 888-894-1196 yet
1 person has looked this number up, but nobody has written a report yet.
If 888-894-1196 called or texted you, add a report below. Even "silent call, no message" helps the next person decide whether to answer.
5 complaints to the FTC and FCC about 888-894-1196
Consumers filed these complaints with the Federal Trade Commission (Do Not Call Registry) and the Federal Communications Commission, which publish them as open data. They are what people told the government, not verified findings, and the number on a complaint is the caller ID people saw, which can be spoofed.
FTC complaints0
FCC complaints5
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First / lastJan 31, 2025
Sep 29, 2026
Sep 29, 2026
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Latest complaints
A consumer in Hays, KS told the FCC about a text from this number on Dec 1, 2025.
A consumer in Richmond, TX told the FCC about a text from this number on Sep 24, 2025.
A consumer in Ft Washington, MD told the FCC about a text from this number on Sep 14, 2025.
A consumer in Richardson, TX told the FCC about a text from this number on Jan 30, 2025.
What to do if 888-894-1196 calls
- Don't answer, or hang up. Don't press any keys, don't say "yes", and never read out a code sent to your phone.
- Don't call back. Calling back confirms your number is live, and it gets sold on.
- Never tap a link in a text from this number. Forward the text to 7726 (SPAM), then delete it.
- Block it. Here is how to block a number on iPhone, Android and landlines.
- Report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov (or donotcall.gov for sales calls), and here on ShadyCall so others are warned.
- Lost money or gave out details? Call your bank or card issuer now, then go to IdentityTheft.gov. What to do if you've been scammed.
Questions about 888-894-1196
Who called me from 888-894-1196?
We don't have a name. Consumers filed 5 complaints about 888-894-1196 with the FTC and FCC, most often about Criminal charges, typically scam or spam text. If you find out who it was, add a report on this page.
Is 888-894-1196 a scam?
Its ShadyCall Score is 64/100 (caution), from 5 FTC/FCC complaints. Reports and complaints are people's own experiences, not verified facts, and scammers can fake a caller ID.
Where is 888-894-1196 from?
888-894-1196 is a toll-free number, so it isn't tied to a place. Toll-free numbers can ring anywhere in the US and Canada.
How do I block 888-894-1196?
On an iPhone open Recents, tap the info button next to the number and choose Block Caller. On Android open the Phone app, tap the number in your call history and choose Block (or Block / report spam). Full instructions for every phone and landline.
How do I report 888-894-1196?
Use the form on this page. It's free, anonymous and takes 30 seconds. Also report unwanted sales calls at donotcall.gov and scams at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, and forward spam texts to 7726. If you lost money or shared bank details, call your bank straight away.