Like a wolf in sheep's clothing, this number masquerades as legitimate customer service but preys on the unwary with tales of phantom insurance policies. Callers, often with thick foreign accents, push for payments on bogus TV protection plans or home care services, demanding card details or direct debits for sums up to £365. Victims report persistent harassment, even targeting the bereaved or those on the TPS register, with no regard for privacy. Block the number immediately and report to Action Fraud to stem the tide. Never share financial info—hang up and verify independently via official channels. If pressured, note details for authorities; staying vigilant keeps scammers at bay.
This morning, I received a call from this number, claiming that £365 would be deducted from my account for a TV protection service I allegedly signed up for in February 2023, despite never having purchased such a service; the caller had my address, but I terminated the call before they could reveal any further information.
A call claimed I owed money for a TV protection plan from 2023, stating the first two years were free and now I’m liable for three. I disputed this, as all my items are fully paid and I have no such cover. I demanded paperwork, which they couldn’t provide.
A woman from 'Home care services' claimed I owed £300 for a TV plan allegedly taken out in 2022. She insisted I confirm card details, but I denied ever agreeing to such a plan. Be cautious, as they’re attempting to panic you into paying.
Upon hearing the unfamiliar number, I chose not to answer, and instead, a message was left on my voicemail from a young-sounding woman, possibly of Chinese origin, who spoke in a foreign language, interspersed with bouts of giggling, which seemed to suggest the language might be nonsensical.
A call this morning asking for a non-resident lady, claiming to be from Home care services about a TV bought two years ago. When pressed for policy details, the information provided was nonsensical. I ended the call, suspecting a scam.
A caller asked if they could withdraw money from my account, addressing me by name. I immediately hung up.
My mother is being bombarded with calls from this number. Despite being on the TPS Register, these scam calls persist.
Offered a 50% discount on my HomeServe policy for the next year, requesting debit card details. I declined, as I pay by direct debit, and hung up.
The call was diverted to my answerphone this afternoon, but no message was left; thanks to the comments on this site, I have blocked the number.
A man from this number contacted me, demanding payment for a TV service contract that I had supposedly agreed to two years prior, although I had made no such purchase or agreement, and had been receiving free support since then.
This number has been identified as a scammer and should be blocked on all landlines, including 01245820806.
Warning: this scammer claims to be calling about a homecare service agreement for appliances, providing false information and becoming hostile when questioned; I have reported them to the authorities.
They claimed to be calling about TV insurance, but my set is 20 years old and uninsured. I told them to leave me alone, especially as her speech was unclear.
A woman with a foreign accent called about homecare for an appliance, possibly a TV. Unable to understand her, I requested written communication and ended the call. It’s a scam, as I haven’t purchased a TV recently.
No response was received, or perhaps I disconnected first. Numerous calls today indicate they’re targeting Cambridge heavily.
The caller inquired about someone who is no longer a resident, claiming to offer 'home care services', which seemed highly suspicious
Fraudulent activity reported. Claimed funds were taken from my account. I ended the call immediately. Allegedly a scammer from Chelmsford.
Same experience with callers demanding £365 from my deceased mother, who passed over a year ago. Very persistent about an overdue payment. They're causing distress, even with TPS on my landline.
BIG SCAM!! On 27/02/2025 around 18:15, a woman with a strong foreign accent called about renewing 'protection insurance' for my TV. Despite my denials, she insisted. I repeated 'No' and ended the call. The number 01245820806 is from Chelmsford.
