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Ever pondered why unsolicited calls from unknown numbers persist despite blocking efforts? These persistent nuisances from +442039875972 mimic legitimate firms like BT or British Gas, peddling tales of overpayments, mergers, or meter checks to extract bank details or personal info. Scammers often employ overseas accents and abrupt hang-ups when challenged, targeting vulnerable folks such as the elderly. Block the number immediately via your phone or carrier, report to Action Fraud, and consider registering with the Telephone Preference Service to curb such intrusions. Never share sensitive data over unsolicited calls—verify independently if needed. Stay vigilant to safeguard against identity theft.
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Recent Reports for 020 3987 5972
A caller with a strong Eastern accent, difficult to understand, claimed to represent BT merging with Vodafone and Sky, and asked for my availability to receive a ‘device’ I supposedly needed, mentioning a forthcoming letter. When I corrected them that BT is merging with EE, the call was abruptly cut. Such a pitch would likely frighten older adults.
Repeated calls to our business line claim we overpaid on telecoms and request bank details for a refund. The callers sound like an overseas call centre and even ring on weekends, disguising themselves as sales. After I asked them to stop and hung up, they called several times in succession and hung up when I answered.
Someone claimed to represent BT, but as usual it turned out to be a bothersome attempt to swindle me.
The caller pretended to arrange a refund, demanding personal details – a clear scam.
I avoid answering unknown numbers; the answering machine featured Asian voices in the background, so I assumed it was a scam and blocked the caller.
They requested a meter reading, claiming to be from British Gas; I told them I have a smart meter and don’t need to provide readings, then they hung up.