After 11 years, I received the same text message asking me to contact Jim about a debt, which appears to be a scam given the 03 number and my location in QLD.
How to block fake eCollect debt collectors
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If you get a call or text from +61386112674 asking you to speak with “Jim” about an unpaid bill, it’s almost certainly a debt‑collection scam. The scammers use the name eCollect to sound official, but legitimate agencies won’t demand payment via a vague text or pressure you to call a random person. Hang up, don’t return the call, and block the number on your phone. Report the incident to the ACCC or the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission’s Scamwatch. Keep a record of the message and share it with your bank if you’re ever unsure about a genuine debt.
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Recent Reports for (03) 8611 2674
I had a text from eCollect saying i owe money, tried to call but it was engaged, looked them up and they were confused, total scam
A call back to this number reached the voice mail of E Collect
A text about a debit, riddled with errors including my name, was sent by this scammer, who was promptly blocked and deleted.
Some random guy named Jim sent a text about owing E collect. Never heard of that, so I told him off.
Repeated calls have been made by a caller claiming to represent eCollect, despite no prior interaction with the service.
Upon returning the call, an automated voice system for E Collect was reached.
Seems like a scam. Got a text claiming I have an outstanding debt, but I’ve been debt-free since declaring bankruptcy two years ago. The text threatened my credit rating and mentioned someone named Jim.
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