Be wary of unsolicited calls from unfamiliar numbers, especially those with heavy background noise suggesting a call centre. These often signal potential scams or harassment, where callers might probe for information or waste your time. In this case, reports describe garbled speech, foreign languages, and immediate hang-ups, which are red flags for automated dialling or fraudulent activity. Block the number straight away to prevent repeats, and consider registering with the Telephone Preference Service for fewer nuisance calls. If it persists, report to your provider or Action Fraud. Don't engage or share details—hanging up is usually best.
The call was picked up, but a woman muttered in an unfamiliar language before hanging up.
It seemed to be a call centre; I could hear background voices and suspect an automated system since no operator answered before I could say "too late, lost your chance." I've blocked the number now.
Just another pointless experience 😣😣😣😣😣😣.
Driven by curiosity, I picked up an unfamiliar call to see what might happen. A woman with an Asian accent tried to speak, but the background chatter was so loud I couldn't understand her, so I ended the call. She called back straight away just to hang up again. Rather than ending it, I set the handset aside so she couldn't reach me, then left. It's a classic ploy I learned from a friend who works at BT.
