The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is warning people to beware of Social Security scams in which perpetrators attempt to steal identities.

The scams commonly target senior citizens and involve a call from someone claiming to be from the Social Security Administration. The caller tells the victim that their Social Security number has been suspended or compromised.

Authorities warn people to hang up. Never provide a Social Security number or banking information. For information, call (800)772-1213.