02 8766 1367 - 0287661367: Commonwealth Bank Impersonation

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One report for 02 8766 1367 (0287661367): Caller impersonated Commonwealth Bank claiming fraudulent Bitcoin purchase. Scam alert for NSW.

Commonwealth Bank Impersonation Report for 02 8766 1367

A contributor has reported receiving a call from 02 8766 1367 (also written as 0287661367) from someone claiming to be Stephen from Commonwealth Bank. The caller alleged the recipient had made an unauthorised Bitcoin purchase, a common tactic used to create urgency and trigger defensive responses. When challenged, the caller hung up immediately, a typical pattern for impersonation scams designed to avoid further questioning.

This NSW-based number was allocated to Symbio Networks as a local service, but the behaviour reported is consistent with spoofed or hijacked lines used in banking impersonation scams. The abruptness of the hang-up suggests the caller recognised they were not succeeding in their deception.

What Callers from 02 8766 1367 Say

According to the report, the caller on 0287661367 falsely identified themselves as representing Commonwealth Bank and made an accusation of fraudulent activity. Specifically, they claimed the recipient had authorised a Bitcoin purchase without their knowledge. This claim is designed to alarm the target and prompt them to "verify" details by providing sensitive information or following the scammer's instructions.

The use of a real bank name (Commonwealth Bank) combined with a specific false transaction type (Bitcoin purchase) adds apparent credibility. When the recipient did not immediately comply or express alarm, the caller disconnected rather than persist.

Report Details and Context

The single report about 02 8766 1367 was logged on 24 March 2026. The contributor answered the call, allowing them to identify the impersonation attempt in real time and recognise the deception. The call came from a NSW local service number, which scammers often use to appear legitimate.

Commonwealth Bank impersonation calls typically target account holders with claims of suspicious transactions, unauthorised access, or unusual account activity. Bitcoin and cryptocurrency are frequent focal points because they represent irreversible transfers that create panic.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 02 8766 1367

If 02 8766 1367 calls you:

• Do not: Confirm personal details, provide account numbers, PINs, or passwords. Do not click links or download applications the caller suggests. Do not transfer money or authorise transactions.
• Do: Hang up immediately. Commonwealth Bank will never call you to verify security details or discuss fraudulent transactions via unsolicited calls.
• Do: Contact Commonwealth Bank directly using the phone number on your bank card or statement (not a number provided by the caller).
• Do: Block the number 0287661367 on your phone if you receive additional calls.
• Do: Report the call to Australian authorities and the bank itself.

How to Report 02 8766 1367

Report calls from 02 8766 1367 (0287661367) to the following Australian authorities:

• Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - Report the impersonation attempt and provide details about the false claims made.
• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - Report misuse of telecommunications for scam purposes.
• Your bank: Contact Commonwealth Bank directly on the number on your card to report the fraudulent impersonation.
• Reverseau: Report your experience with 02 8766 1367 on this page to contribute to community awareness.

If you have information about this scam or have received similar calls, sharing details on Reverseau helps protect other Australians from the same tactics.

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