Reports consistently highlight suspicious automated messages from this number, often starting with phrases like 'please stand by' or 'wait while we connect', which are hallmarks of scam operations trying to hook recipients. One case involved a caller probing about heating and electricity details, even knowing personal info like name and postcode start—classic social engineering tactics to gather more data or push unsolicited services. These patterns suggest high-risk interactions, potentially leading to identity theft or unwanted sales pitches. Hang up immediately on any unsolicited calls, never share details, and report to Action Fraud for tracking. Enable call blocking on your phone to filter out such nuisances, and consider registering with the Telephone Preference Service to cut down on cold calls.
The message played, “Please wait while we connect your call,” but I didn’t stay on the line.
Someone inquired about heating, asked if I was electricity, knew my name and the start of my postcode, then cut off after asking about heating, which I hadn’t answered.
A robotic female voice on the landline said, “One moment, please stand by.”
Definitely a scam!
