Phone number (03) 8373 9397 is allocated as a local service in Victoria, routed through Optus Networks Pty Limited. Community members have submitted 7 reports about (03) 8373 9397, with 86% describing it as scam activity. Reporting has slowed - the last entry was logged about 4 months ago. The most commonly mentioned tactic is impersonation, appearing in roughly 83% of reports.
Quick Assessment
Should I answer?
Unsafe
Most reports for (03) 8373 9397 describe scam behaviour.
Should I call back?
Do not call back
Only call (03) 8373 9397 back if you can verify the caller independently.
What to do next?
Block and report
Report (03) 8373 9397 to Scamwatch if the caller asked for money, pretended to be an organisation, or made threats.
Most Helpful Reports About (03) 8373 9397
Text from Fines Victoria about an unpaid fine but never got anything in the mail
Fines Victoria calling, dodgy private mob not affiliated with government, tried to get cash, hung up when I asked for proper notice
Overview
How People Described (03) 8373 9397
86% of reports describe this number as scam. Common themes in the reports include fines, victoria.
How the Contact Happened
Was the Contact Expected?
Assessment based on 7 reports.
Reported Behaviour for (03) 8373 9397
Tactics People Mentioned
These are the tactics community members identified when reporting interactions with (03) 8373 9397.
How Interactions Played Out
Of the people who reported contact from (03) 8373 9397, here is how far the interaction went.
Tactics That Show Up Together
50% of reports describe more than one pressure tactic in the same interaction.
More Context
Reporting Timeline
Reports Over Time
People Looking Up (03) 8373 9397
Gaps in Reporting
Long gaps between reporting periods can mean the number was reassigned or used by someone new.
How Other Readers Rated the Reports
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Common Themes
How Much Detail Did People Share?
Most reports include useful detail, and 86% include detailed descriptions.
Number Details
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What People Reported About (03) 8373 9397
These reports were submitted by community members.
Text from Fines Victoria about an unpaid fine but never got anything in the mail
Fines Victoria calling, dodgy private mob not affiliated with government, tried to get cash, hung up when I asked for proper notice
Voice message saying I owe money, called back got automated recording with options to press. Checked with Fines Victoria and nothing on my record, smells like number cloning
Been getting these for weeks, claims about old speeding violations that are wrong. one from two years ago saying I was only 6 km over
Never gave my number to Fines Victoria, feels like abuse of tracking requirement. Getting new phone number
Calling about fines but Fines Victoria sends notices by mail only, also mentioned name I don't know
Texts threatening to suspend my driver's license or vehicle registration
Frequently Asked Questions
How does (03) 8373 9397 try to manipulate people?
People most often mention these tactics: Impersonation (83%), Urgency (50%), Info request (17%), Robocall (17%), Threats (17%). That's based on 6 reports with useful detail.
Has (03) 8373 9397 been active recently?
Looking at the timeline, this number has a historical reporting record, predominantly older incidents. 0 reports came in over the past month.
How much confidence should I put in these reports?
There is a reasonable amount of data, with a reasonable level of consistency. People describe different experiences, so the overall picture is mixed. About 86% include detailed descriptions, which helps.
Could (03) 8373 9397 be a scam?
Based on 7 community reports, 86% classify this number as scam.
Does (03) 8373 9397 call, text, or both?
Most people got a phone call (57%), though some reported other methods: phone call (57%), text message (29%), voicemail (14%).
What are the main complaints about (03) 8373 9397?
The main descriptions people gave: Scam (6), Suspicious (1). People repeatedly mention fines, victoria in their reports.
Is (03) 8373 9397 contacting people out of the blue?
The calls came as a surprise to 86% of people. 0% knew who was calling.
How long have people been reporting (03) 8373 9397?
The reporting history covers 3.2 years, from September 2022 - December 2025. There are 3 distinct reporting periods. The behaviour has stayed consistent throughout.