Watch out for calls that claim to represent a government energy agency or a Dutch utility and immediately ask for your meter number or contract details. Such requests often hide caller ID spoofing and aim to harvest personal data for fraudulent billing or resale. Never share account numbers, payment information, or passwords unless you have independently verified the caller’s identity through official channels. Hang up if the conversation feels rushed, vague, or if the caller pressures you to act. Block the number in your phone and report the incident to your telecom provider and relevant consumer protection agency. Stay alert and keep records of any suspicious interactions.
The caller lets it ring three times before hanging up, likely in an attempt to prompt a callback.
