As tax season approaches, the IRS is warning people about a major tax phone scam.
"Before there is an arrest warrant issued, I want you or your attorney to give us a call back," the scam caller says.
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Thousands of people have already received these types of phone calls from scammers trying to get their money.
Since 2013, phone scammers have tricked more than 10,000 victims out of $54 million.
The IRS says it will never call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method such as a prepaid debit card and that it will usually mail a bill first.
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The IRS also says it will never threaten to immediately bring in police or law enforcement.
For more information and tips to avoid tax scams, visit www.irs.gov.