02 6190 9378 - 0261909378: Silent Call & Spam Reports

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02 6190 9378 (0261909378) flagged for silent calls and VoIP spam. 3 reports from ACT contributors describing no-answer calls and fake comparison service scams.

Silent Calls and Spam from 02 6190 9378

Three contributors have reported suspicious activity from 02 6190 9378 (also written as 0261909378), a local ACT service number. The reports reveal a pattern combining silent calls and VoIP-based spam impersonation. One contributor received a call where the line remained completely silent, while another was pitched a fake comparison service scam using internet-based calling technology.

The mix of tactics from 0261909378 suggests the number may be compromised or being used by multiple bad actors. Contributors report the number has already been blocked to prevent further contact.

What Callers from 02 6190 9378 Say

One contributor reported receiving a call from 02 6190 9378 where the caller posed as a representative from a comparison and savings service. The caller used VoIP technology (internet calling) rather than a standard telephone line. This is a common tactic used by scammers to obscure their true location and make the call appear legitimate.

In a separate interaction with 0261909378, a contributor encountered complete silence on the call, with no greeting, response, or identification. These silent calls are often used to test whether a number is active and monitored, allowing scammers to prioritise it for future targeting.

Call Patterns and Timing

Reports for 02 6190 9378 came in over consecutive days in early December. One call was missed entirely, while others were answered but immediately hung up or remained silent. The varied response patterns suggest either automated calling systems testing the line or manual dialling by multiple scammers using the same compromised number.

All three reports describe reactions of immediate blocking and deletion, indicating contributors recognised the calls as suspicious based on either the silent line or the unsolicited comparison service pitch.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 6190 9378

If 02 6190 9378 calls you:

• Do not: Engage with the caller, provide personal or financial details, or return the call if it's silent
• Do: Let it go to voicemail, hang up immediately if you answer, and block the number straight away
• If it's silent: Hang up without speaking. Silent calls are often used to identify active numbers for targeting. Do not press any keys or respond
• If it claims to be a comparison service: Hang up and verify the company independently using official contact details from their website

What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 02 6190 9378

If 0261909378 sends you an SMS:

• Do not: Click any links, reply to the message, or provide any information
• Do: Delete the message immediately and block the number
• Report it: Forward the SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA's spam reporting service) and mark it as spam in your phone settings

How to Report 02 6190 9378

If you receive calls or SMS from 02 6190 9378, report your experience to Australian authorities:

• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report unwanted calls and SMS at acma.gov.au. They track patterns and can take action against providers
• Scamwatch: If you believe the call was a scam attempt, report it at scamwatch.gov.au. This helps protect other Australians
• Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to opt out of telemarketing calls. You can also lodge a complaint if you continue receiving unwanted calls
• Reverseau: Share your experience with other Australians by reporting 02 6190 9378 on Reverseau. Community reports help others identify suspicious numbers quickly

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