This was around 9PM, last night. I got a "private call" on my cell phone. This is how the conversation went.

Me: "hello"

The guy: "hello, is this hunk_in_grave?"

"Yes I am, who's calling?"

"haha..you don't know me? But I know you since last 17-18 years?"

"Hmm..oh Peter? how you doing?"

"I am not Peter...you fuc..r!, listen! you owe me money"

"haha..who are you then?"

"don't try to act smart now, you know me very well, don't pretend, I am John ..."

"Oh really! How come I don't even know my beloved friend's name? And how sad that I owe you money and don't even know you"

"Look! I am not here to play games, by tomorrow 2PM, you have to deposit 2k in my bank account"

"Oh well, how sweet of you to remind me that, go ahead, tell me your bank name and the acct. no. and why only 2K? I will deposit 20K for a dear friend of mine who has known me for years!"

"haha...you smarta$$, take down the bank name and my account no."

"well, I already have pen and paper ready for you, I was expecting your call you see, go ahead!"

"----bank, and ........account no."

"okay"

"repeat what you took down"

"----bank, and ........account no."

"okay, so 2 pm by tomorrow, else you know what I can do, don't put yourself in trouble!"

"sure, don't worry, you have a good night, my old friend!"

Then he hangs up. Throughout the conversation, I was under the impression that some stupid friend of mine is doing all this, hence I tried to sound decent and humorous. Since no one called me back after that, I think it's not from any of my acquaintances, let alone close friends. But I don't know what this means. I mean, I have not received any crank calls in US as of yesterday. Seems like someone is playing with me but I am not sure. I don't know the person (at least by his name and by his voice) and I don't owe money to anyone. I am not afraid of anything either, but just wanted to know if any of you have been through this kind of situation before.

What's your say?

U have been ripped my friend ...he ehhehe just call your bank....JAI NEPAL

I have been getting calls from a guy (who sounds like he is still in nepal) and who never says what his name is but talks as if i know him. It is driving me crazy because he is calling on my cell phone, he says he called to talk to sumita or somthing and i thought it was a wrong number. How likely is it that someone gets a wrong number in US of one nepali girl and ends up calling another nepali girl?? He called me up at night when i was sleeping. I had to answer because calls at that time of the night can be some family emergencies. I can't trace the call since it has a bunch of numbers that don't mean anything... at least not from the continental US. I'm thinking he is calling from a computer in Nepal or somewhere. so i just hang up because it is so annoying since it sounds like one of those "bluff calls" in nepal. I am well over that age and i get sick of it.

Anyone with similar experiences?

I found this rather interesting and thought you might too in case you wanted to go down this path ;)


What makes a phone call harassing?

When someone calls and uses obscene or threatening language, or even heavy breathing or silence to intimidate you, you are receiving a harassing call. It is against the law in California and other states to make obscene or threatening calls. (California Penal Code section 653m, Penal Code section 422-422.1)

How often do I have to get these calls to make it harassment?

Just one unwelcome call can be harassing; but usually your local phone company will not take action unless the calls are frequent. However, if a call specifically threatens you or your family with bodily harm, the phone company will generally take immediate action.

Who should I contact when I get harassing calls?

Local phone companies have varying policies on whether to call the phone company or the police first. Some recommend that you first call the phone company's business office and explain the problem. A representative will connect you with the "annoyance desk." Other phone companies may require you to file a formal complaint with local law enforcement before they will deal with the matter. To find out what your phone company's policy is, contact the business office and ask for assistance.

For serious threats, if life or property are threatened, or if calls are obscene, you should call the police and file a report. Provide as much information to law enforcement as you can. Indicate the gender of the caller and describe the caller's voice. Note the time and date of the call(s). What did the caller say? How old did he/she sound? Did the caller seem intoxicated? Did he/she have an accent or speech impediment? Was there any background noise? Was a phone number/name displayed on the Caller ID device?

What can my local phone company do if I am receiving harassing calls?

If the calls are frequent or particularly threatening, the phone company can set up a "Trap" on your phone line. The Trap allows the phone company to determine the telephone number from which the harassing calls originate. You must keep a log noting the time and date the harassing calls are received. Traps are usually set up for no more than two weeks. The phone company does not charge a fee for Traps.

A phone company service called Call Trace may also be able to help track down harassing calls. Immediately after receiving a harassing call, you enter the code *57 on your phone and the call is automatically traced (1157 on rotary phones). Call Trace is easier than using a Trap since the customer does not have to keep a phone log. But Call Trace technology works only within the local service area. (Look in the "Customer Guide" section of the phone book or the phone company's web site for a description of your local service area.)

Call Trace must be set up in advance by the individual receiving harassing calls, and it requires a fee for use. However, in situations where the phone company would ordinarily use a Trap, you might not be charged if the phone company suggests that Call Trace be used as an alternative. Be sure to ask.

The information collected from Call Trace or from a Trap is turned over to law enforcement personnel, not the customer. Law enforcement officers try to stop the harassing calls by either warning or arresting the harasser. With both Call Trace and a Trap, your phone conversations are not listened to or recorded by the phone company.

Source : - http://www.privacyrights.org/fs/fs3-hrs2.htm

Hunk_in_Grave,

I think you need to go a little easy on your weed intake. Seems like you are doing some good stuff thoguh... very good high. Keep it up mate!