What if that urgent call about an arrest warrant is just a ploy to steal your data? Reports consistently describe aggressive tactics from scammers impersonating the Australian Border Force, claiming seized parcels or legal issues to scare you into compliance. These calls often feature recorded messages demanding immediate action, but they're pure fabrication. Hang up immediately—never engage or provide personal details. Block the number and report to authorities like the ACCC or Scamwatch to help track these fraudsters. If you've shared info, monitor your accounts closely and consider a credit freeze for protection. Stay vigilant; real officials don't threaten over the phone.
The caller's number, 02 7240 1517, bears a striking resemblance to the known scam number, which is why I chose to ignore both the call and the voice mail
There's an ongoing scam where individuals pose as the Australian Border Force to deceive people.
A recorded message from this number falsely claimed to be from Border Force, stating a warrant was out for my arrest, which is a clear scam
Given the information provided - a parcel from Mexico, a caller named Maria Sancha, and involvement from Border Force - it's evident that none of these claims are true, indicating a scam
A voice message from this number claimed a warrant had been issued in my name, urging me to contact Australian Border Force; it's a complete scam and was ignored
This is undoubtedly a scam.
I was deceived by a scammer claiming to be from the police, warning me of an arrest if I didn't take the call seriously, prompting me to hang up immediately.
A scammer, posing as a representative from the Australia border force, claimed there was a warrent for my arrest, compleate nonsense
This number has been linked to scammers pretending to be from the Australian Border Force, attempting to deceive unsuspecting individuals.