Claimed Jefferson Credit Union had frozen our non-existent account.

caller phone does not take calls from unknown phone numbers..what a business.

I also received this message.  This is an exact copy of another message with another "please call" number.  I looked that number up and this was on this same website.  Original poster called himself "Need to Know" or something like that.  Search for the "please call" number below to get to the thread via Google.  See copy / pasted info below:

Begin Copied Message:

I just did a little homework and found this:

Phishing Alert!

A number of local Credit Unions, including Jefferson Financial Credit Union have been the targets of phishing attacks.  Criminals are sending out fraudulent messages via email and text message requesting members to visit counterfeit websites or call fraudulent phone numbers.

The counterfeit sites and automated phone system request credit card numbers and / or PINs.  Please be reminded that your financial institution WILL NEVER ask you for your personal information, whether it is via a website OR a voice recorded phone call unless you initiated the contact.

We understand that these messages are going to consumers that do not have accounts with our credit union.  That does not mean you are not at risk.  If you provide ANY banking/credit card information, you are at risk of being victimized.

If you responded to a message and are concerned that your information is at risk please call us directly at 504-348-2424.

Help us combat identity theft and phishing attacks by emailing the following statement to spam@uce.gov AND fraud@jeffersonfinancial.org.  

Here is a sample email that you might want to use when contacting the FTC:
I recently received a message from an unknown source informing me that there was an issue with my credit/debit card account.  I have confirmed that (INSERT NUMBER OR INSERT WEBSITE HERE) is a fraudulent number or websitattempting to phish my private financial information.  Please disconnect this number to protect individuals from this phishing attempt.

To contact the FTC by phone please call (877)382-4357.
Caller ID: 757-425-0042
Caller: Jefferson financial credit union

got text message form jeffersonfinancial credit union 1:50pm Dec7

"Customer Issue, jefferson financial credit union service frozen, please call at 608-541-8297."