It's clear that the number +448438869378 is being used by scammers to defraud people, often posing as Barclays. The typical scam involves a text message alerting the recipient to a supposed transaction, usually a large amount, at places like IKEA or Traveloka. The message will ask you to confirm the transaction by replying or calling the number. Many users have reported that the text appeared to come from their genuine Barclays contact number, which is a common tactic to gain trust. However, calling the number often leads to long hold times, and if you do get through, the scammers will try to obtain your account and security details. To stay safe, never call this number, and if you receive such a message, verify it directly with your bank using a known, trusted number. It's also a good idea to report these incidents to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040. Be vigilant and don't fall for these scams.
Text recieved today saying 800.00 had gone out of my account, luckily I am wise to scammers
Scam via Barclays contact number
Scam text about IKEA transaction
Text message scam attempt
text recvd to call about traveloka payment
Barclays confirms IKEA scam
reported to action fraud, dont want to be bothered
Bank staff warn of scam
Scam text with fake transaction
Total scam
Scam related to Ikea and Barclays
Suspected call rate scam
Beware of fake Barclays texts
Scam attempt via text message thread
Traveloka scam attempt.
I got a text saying £800 had been taken out of my account, but luckily i am aware of scams and didnt click on any links, i checked my account and nothing was taken, also the text said Barclys insted of Barclays
A scam was attempted via this number, with a text message sent to the Barclays contact number I have on file, highlighting the importance of being cautious and not calling back
I received a text inquiring if a £1680 transaction in Paris was mine, prompting me to reply Y or call 0843... After nearly 10 minutes on the phone, I hung up. I later searched the number on Google and discovered this. Strangely, it came through my regular Barclays link, which is why I stayed on the line for so long.
I just recieved a txt message from this number, I think its a call rate scam, designed to keep you waiting on the line for a long time, as I rang it back on a paygo sim to test it and it cost me aprox 30p to hear the ear message and select options
As a bank employee, it's clear to me that fraudsters are behind this scam message, which requests that you call the number and provide account and security details, ultimately attempting to defraud you; vigilance is crucial.
I received a text message purporting to be from Lloyd's credit card, asking me to contact this number regarding a transaction, which seemed dubious
I recieved a text message saying to call this number about a payment of £1780 GBP to traveloka, it look's like a scam to me
Got a message asking if I’d made a payment, instructing me to text 'y' if yes or call if no. Yeah, like that’s ever going to happen!
Similarly, I received a notification about £1780 being spent on Traveloka, but thankfully, I looked up the number and avoided any potential issues.
Clearly a scam, so beware and do not pick up
A text message was received, allegedly from Barclays, questioning a £1200 transaction at IKEA. The message requested confirmation via text or an immediate call to the provided 0843 number, which appears to be a scam.
A scam text was sent from this number, mentioning a £1200 IKEA reward.
A text message claiming to be from Barclays regarding a transaction with Ikea is likely a scam, and I would advise against responding
A suspicious text message was received, allegedly from Ikea, mentioning a transaction of £1200. It is essential to ignore such messages as they can be hazardous.
A scam text, purportedly from Barclays, requested confirmation of a transaction, but I don't hold an account with them; it's essential to exercise extreme caution with such messages.
