Suspicious Phone Messages Target Black Voters in North Carolina

Misleading automated phone messages that have targeted African American voters in North Carolina have been linked to similar phone calls made in Virginia, say election officials. The messages, from a caller who identifies himself as "Lamont Williams," tell voters to expect a voter registration packet in the mail. "All you need to do is fill it out, sign it, date and return your application. Then you will be able to vote and make your voice heard," says the caller with no additional identifying information. North Carolina election officials and watchdogs say the calls are confusing and misleading, since North Carolina's mail-in voter registration deadline passed more than two weeks ago. Listen to the automated call.  SOURCE:ABC NEWS