Annoying Collection Calls for former neighbor

[AlexInCali]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California

We're getting collection calls daily for a former neighbor. They call us, ask for this person by name, and we tell them this person doesn't live here. They then promptly hang up without another word, but then call back the next day. We get the calls every day, even Sundays.

A couple times, since I now recognize the caller ID, I've picked up the phone and said so-and-so doesn't live here, please stop calling - but they hang up before I can finish the sentence.

Can I make a report to the FTC with only the caller ID and number? This individual hasn't even lived in this apartment complex for 2 or 3 years, and certainly never lived in this apartment. I know it's legal for collectors to call neighbors to try and find someone, but how can I make them stop calling me when they always hang up before I can make the request?

I don't take the calls anymore, since I'm aware of the caller ID, but honestly, this is just crazy.

Any advice here is appreciated!

 

[CourtClerk]

Exactly how many new threads are you going to start today? You have had about 10 different questions already. Dude, we're about to start getting sick of seeing your posts all over this board.

You need an attorney on retainer.

 

[AlexInCali]

Actually, you're right and I'm out of line

CourtClerk:

I apologize, for both posting too much and for my previous message, actually. You are a senior member, I'm a newbie, so the rules state I must defer to your judgement. I accept that. I'm out of line, and I take you're point. I won't start any new threads.

Thanks for pointing out my bad posting behaviour.