Unknown caller ID and a robo‑call vibe prompted a block. The pattern of a blank name, hanging up on an answering machine, and a request to block the number aligns with typical scam‑related spam calls that use local prefixes to bypass filters. Callers often spoof legitimate brands like MARKET PLACE to add credibility. To stay safe, let your carrier’s spam‑blocking service handle repeated offenders, add the number to your phone’s block list, and consider a third‑party app that tags robocall activity and boosts your spam blocker. Regularly review your call log for unfamiliar caller ID entries and report confirmed scams to the FTC for broader protection.
It's unclear how telemarketers from the New Deli use local numbers to call about the marketplace scam, even when the Android phone is set to 'do not disturb' mode
The caller ID displayed an unknown name, and upon answering, the caller hung up, leading me to suspect a robo-call, which I've since blocked.
The caller ID displayed an unknown name, and the call was hung up on my answering machine. I suspect it was a robocall and have since blocked the number.