United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Alabama
02/23/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 02/23/2026 13:51
New Bankruptcy Scam Targets Debtors
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New Bankruptcy Scam Targets Debtors
Monday, February 23, 2026
There is a new scam targeting bankruptcy debtors. The scam involves a party calling a debtor using a spoofed number that appears to be from the bankruptcy court. The debtor is told they owe money to the court and can pay by Zelle.
The Bankruptcy Court will never contact a debtor by phone requesting payment. All payment notices will be sent by official mail, either from the Bankruptcy Noticing Center or the Court directly. Payments by Zelle are not allowed.
Please report any attempts to collect payment to the Clerk's Office at (334) 954-3800.
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