02 5138 2903 - 0251382903: Robocall and Suspicious SMS Reports

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02 5138 2903 (0251382903) linked to robocall recorded messages and suspicious texts. 5 community reports from ACT area.

Robocall and Suspicious Activity from 02 5138 2903

Five contributors have flagged 02 5138 2903 (also written as 0251382903) for suspicious behaviour including robocall recordings and unreadable text messages. The number is allocated as a local service in the ACT region through Symbio Networks. One contributor who returned a call to 02 5138 2903 reached an automated robocall system promoting what they described as a utility offer, describing the experience as "dodgy."

The mixed pattern of reports suggests 0251382903 may be involved in multiple suspicious channels. Two separate contributors received suspicious SMS messages from this number that they were unable to open, while others report missed calls with no voicemail left behind.

What Callers from 02 5138 2903 Do

When a contributor answered a call from 02 5138 2903, they encountered a robotic recorded message promoting some kind of utility offer. The caller described the interaction as suspicious and noted the dodgy nature of the supposed offer being promoted.

Two reports about 0251382903 describe receiving suspicious text messages that could not be opened - a common delivery method for phishing links or malware. The remaining calls from 02 5138 2903 left no message and appear designed to prompt callback attempts, which may trigger additional charges or connect to the robocall system.

Report Patterns and Activity

Reports span from late May through late June, with the most recent activity being the suspicious SMS messages in June. The mix of missed calls, unanswerable SMS, and answered robocalls suggests 0251382903 may be using multiple contact methods to reach people. One contributor proactively rang back 02 5138 2903 and encountered the recorded message system, while others appear to have received unsolicited contact.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 5138 2903

If 02 5138 2903 calls you:

• Do not: Return the call, especially to a number that left no message or showed suspicious activity
• Do not: Engage with any recorded message system
• Do: Let the call go to voicemail
• Do: Block the number immediately if you recognise it as problematic
• Do: Check your phone bill for any unexpected charges if you accidentally return the call

What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 02 5138 2903

If you receive a text message from 02 5138 2903 or 0251382903:

• Do not: Click any links in the message
• Do not: Reply to the message
• Do not: Attempt to open suspicious file attachments
• Do: Delete the message immediately
• Do: Block the number in your phone settings
• Do: Report the SMS as spam by forwarding it to 0429 999 888 (free ACMA spam reporting)

How to Report 02 5138 2903

If you receive suspicious calls or messages from 02 5138 2903, you can report this activity to Australian authorities:

• Report robocalls and SMS spam to the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au
• Forward suspicious SMS messages to 0429 999 888
• Report scam activity to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au
• Add the number to the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au if you wish to opt out of telemarketing
• Report this number on Reverseau to help other contributors identify suspicious activity from 0251382903

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