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02 7248 1193 (0272481193): A contributor reported a call claiming to be from their bank's fraud department, requesting authorization for a $900 transaction.
Bank Fraud Impersonation Report for 02 7248 1193
One contributor has reported receiving a call from 02 7248 1193 (also written as 0272481193) in which the caller claimed to represent their bank's fraud department. The caller requested authorization for a $900 transaction, a common tactic used by scammers impersonating financial institutions to obtain victim compliance and sensitive information.
The number is allocated as a local service in New South Wales through Symbio Networks, which gives it a legitimate-appearing NSW area code. This local number format is frequently exploited by scammers to increase the likelihood that recipients will answer, as local numbers often appear more trustworthy than international or toll-free alternatives.
What the Caller from 02 7248 1193 Claimed
The contributor reported that the caller identified themselves as being from their bank's fraud department. Rather than warning about suspicious activity on the account, the caller took the unusual step of requesting authorization for a specific transaction amount of $900. Legitimate banks do not contact customers requesting authorization for transactions via unexpected calls; instead, they advise customers to contact the bank directly using a verified number on their bank card or statement.
The request for authorization during an unsolicited call is a red flag indicator of impersonation fraud. Genuine fraud departments verify identity first and provide customers with options to review disputed transactions through secure banking portals or by visiting a branch in person.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 7248 1193
If 0272481193 or any number claiming to be your bank contacts you:
- Do not: Authorize any transactions, confirm account details, or provide passwords, PINs, or security codes
- Do not: Return the call to the number shown on your caller ID, as scammers can manipulate caller display information
- Do: End the call immediately and independently contact your bank using the number on your bank card or official statement
- Do: Ask your bank directly whether they initiated any contact with you
- Do: Block 02 7248 1193 on your phone to prevent further calls
- Do: Report the number to your bank's fraud team
How to Report 02 7248 1193
If you receive suspicious calls from 02 7248 1193 or 0272481193, report them to the relevant authorities:
- Scamwatch: Report the call at scamwatch.gov.au, which logs scam reports and provides public warnings
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): File a complaint about telemarketing or scam calls at acma.gov.au
- Your bank: Contact your financial institution directly to report the fraudulent impersonation attempt
- ReportCyber: If you provided any personal information, report the incident at cyber.gov.au
- Reverseau: Contribute your experience here to help other Australians identify the same number
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Should I call 02 7248 1193 back if it seems like my bank called?
No. Never return a call to 02 7248 1193 or any number shown on your caller ID if it claims to be your bank. Scammers manipulate caller display to show legitimate-looking numbers. Always hang up and independently call your bank using the number on your card or statement.
What should I do if I authorized a transaction during a call from 0272481193?
Contact your bank immediately on their official number (from your card or statement) and report the fraudulent call. Do not mention 0272481193 directly to the bank operator-instead describe what happened and ask if any unauthorized transactions were processed. Your bank can help reverse fraudulent charges and secure your account.
Why would a scammer ask me to authorize a $900 transaction?
By asking you to authorize a transaction, the scammer aims to make you feel complicit and less likely to report the fraud, and to bypass some of your bank's security checks. Authorization requests from unsolicited callers are never legitimate. Real fraud alerts come through your banking app, email, or by you contacting the bank directly.
Can I trust the number 02 7248 1193 because it's a local NSW number?
No. 02 7248 1193 is a local service number in NSW, but scammers routinely use legitimate-looking local numbers through Voice-over-IP spoofing. Never judge legitimacy by area code. Always independently verify by contacting your bank directly.
Where can I report calls from 02 7248 1193?
Report the number 02 7248 1193 (0272481193) to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au, the ACMA at acma.gov.au, and to your bank's fraud team directly. You can also contribute to Reverseau to warn other Australians about this impersonation attempt.
Is Symbio Networks involved in the scam if 0272481193 is allocated to them?
No. The number allocation to Symbio Networks is legitimate, but scammers can exploit allocated numbers through spoofing or other technical methods. Report the incident to both your bank and the ACMA so authorities can investigate the actual source of the fraudulent call.