| WHAT: |
The Federal Trade Commission will hold a press conference on Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. CT (11:30 ET), to announce a complaint against a “debt collector” who allegedly worked with a call center in India to trick consumers into paying debts they did not owe. |
| WHO: |
Steve Baker, Director, FTC’s Midwest Regional Office
A victim of this scam
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| WHEN: |
Tuesday, February 21, 2012, at 10:30 a.m. CT (11:30 ET).
The room will open 30 minutes early for media set up. |
| WHERE: |
Federal Trade Commission, Midwest Regional Office
55 West Monroe Street, Suite 1825
Chicago, Illinois 60603 |
| CALL-IN INFORMATION: |
Dial-In Number(s):
United States: (800) 398-9379;
International: (612) 332-0345;
Confirmation Number: 238266;
Host: Bruce Jennings
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| PRESS CONTACT: |
Office of Public Affairs
202-326-2180
Midwest Region (Chicago)
312-960-5634
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