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02 7249 6918 (0272496918): One contributor reported a silent call that disconnected when Google Assistant answered.
Silent Call Reports for 02 7249 6918
A single contributor has reported receiving a silent call from 02 7249 6918 (also written as 0272496918). The caller hung up immediately when Google Assistant answered, a common pattern with automated calling systems that disconnect rather than engage with non-human responses.
What Happened When the Call Connected
The contributor who received the call from 02 7249 6918 had Google Assistant enabled on their phone. When the call was answered, the line went silent and the caller disconnected within seconds. This behaviour is typical of robocall systems that use call answering detection to filter out answering machines and assistant services, then move on to the next number rather than leave a message or attempt interaction.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 7249 6918
If 02 7249 6918 calls you:
- Do: Let unknown calls go to voicemail, use call screening or assistant features, block the number if it calls repeatedly
- Do: Report persistent silent calls to ACMA at acma.gov.au
- Do not: Return the call, as silent calls often cannot be reached
How to Report 02 7249 6918
If you receive unwanted or silent calls from 02 7249 6918, report them through these Australian government channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au - for nuisance calls and unwanted contact
- Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au - if you believe the call relates to a scam attempt
- Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au - to lodge a complaint about telemarketing or silent calls
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why would a caller from 02 7249 6918 hang up when someone answered?
Silent calls that disconnect immediately often come from automated calling systems testing whether a number is active and monitored by a real person. When Google Assistant answered the call to 02 7249 6918, the automated system detected a non-human response and disconnected to move to the next number.
Is a silent call from 0272496918 always a scam?
Not necessarily, but silent calls are often part of callback scams or robocall campaigns. The fact that 02 7249 6918 disconnected when someone answered suggests it was an automated system. However, the behaviour alone doesn't confirm a scam - it could be a telemarketing autodial system or lead generation campaign.
Should I call back 02 7249 6918 if I missed the call?
No. Do not return the call to 0272496918. Silent callers typically cannot be reached if you call back, and returning the call may confirm to the caller that your number is active, resulting in more unwanted contact.
How do I block 02 7249 6918 on my phone?
Most modern smartphones allow you to block numbers directly. After receiving a call from 02 7249 6918, open your call history, select the number 0272496918, and choose 'Block' or 'Block Number'. You can also enable call screening features that use Google Assistant or Apple Siri to answer calls automatically, which may deter robocalls from 02 7249 6918.
What should I report about 0272496918 to ACMA?
When reporting 02 7249 6918 to ACMA, include the date and time of the call, whether it was a silent call (as in this case), and how many times you've received calls from 0272496918. This helps ACMA track patterns of unwanted calls and take action against persistent offenders.
Are silent calls from 02 7249 6918 illegal?
Repeated unwanted calls from 02 7249 6918, including silent calls, may breach the Telecommunications Act 1997. ACMA can investigate patterns of silent or nuisance calls to 0272496918 and take enforcement action against the caller if they violate regulations on unsolicited contact.