03 8804 5799 - 0388045799: Robocall Spam and Scam Reports

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17 community reports for 03 8804 5799 (0388045799): robocalls offering fake $1000 draws, fracking scams with impersonation, and harassment. Melbourne Optus number flagged as suspicious.

Robocall and Scam Reports for 03 8804 5799

The number 03 8804 5799 (also written as 0388045799) has accumulated 17 community reports spanning multiple concerning patterns. Most prominently, contributors have flagged automated robocalls claiming to offer entry into a $1000 prize draw. These calls typically begin by asking if the recipient is over 50 years old, then gradually shift to requesting personal information under the guise of draw eligibility. Two separate contributors described receiving identical automated survey calls from 03 8804 5799, indicating a coordinated campaign rather than isolated incidents.

Beyond the robocall pattern, one contributor reported a fracking investment scam from 0388045799 involving impersonation tactics. Another contributor noted sustained harassment, claiming they receive repeated calls from this number and variations "every week" using threatening language. The allocation data shows 03 8804 5799 is an Optus local service number based in Victoria, which adds credibility to the Melbourne-origin reports.

What Callers from 03 8804 5799 Say

Robocall contributors report the calls begin with a recorded message announcing entry into a $1000 prize draw. The first qualifying question is always: "Are you over 50 years old?" Once a contributor engages, the automated system gradually introduces requests for personal details, ostensibly to "verify eligibility." One detailed contributor note warns that the questions appear innocent initially but progressively extract sensitive information, escalating when the person indicates interest in winning the $1000.

The fracking scam report mentions impersonation tactics, though specifics on claimed identity are limited in that contributor's account. The harassment report references multiple calls from 03 8804 5799 and "variations," suggesting the caller may be using similar numbers or spoofing techniques. Silent voicemails and callback attempts to alternative numbers (like 03 8657 0507) suggest potential call-centre operation or number spoofing infrastructure.

Call Patterns and Timing

Call timing varies across reports. One contributor received a call at 7pm with no voicemail left. Another noted calls on Good Friday with no message. The robocall reports span August 2024, with no recent 2025 instances of the automated survey pattern documented, though scam and harassment reports continue into 2025.

Multiple contributors reported calling back 03 8804 5799 only to hear "not in service" messages, a common pattern in scam operations where numbers are rapidly cycled or spoofed. One contributor who called back at a different time was told the number belonged to "Supre Geelong" (a fashion retailer), but this appears to be a misidentification or spoofing of a legitimate business number. The mix of missed calls, silent voicemails, and "number not in service" responses suggests potential number spoofing or call-centre abandonment tactics.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 8804 5799

If 03 8804 5799 calls you:

• Do not: Answer questions about your age, income, or personal details; engage with requests to verify eligibility for prizes or draws; return the call if it goes to voicemail; provide bank account, Medicare, or identification numbers
• Do: Let unknown calls go to voicemail; hang up immediately if asked qualifying questions; block the number in your phone settings; be skeptical of unsolicited prize offers, especially those claiming you've been "selected" without entering
• Verify independently: If you suspect a call relates to a legitimate draw or offer, contact the organisation directly using a phone number from their official website, not a number provided by the caller

For the fracking investment claims or impersonation tactics, do not engage further once you suspect deception. Hang up and do not call back, as callback numbers may incur costs or lead to further scam interaction.

What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 03 8804 5799

If 0388045799 sends you an SMS:

• Do not: Click any links; reply to confirm your number is "active"; call any number provided in the message
• Do: Delete the message; report it as spam to your mobile provider; forward the message to 0429 999 888 (ACMA's SMS spam reporting service); block the number

How to Report 03 8804 5799

If you receive unwanted calls or SMS from 03 8804 5799 or 0388045799, report the incident through these Australian government channels:

• Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) - for investment scams, prize offers, and impersonation scams
• ACMA (acma.gov.au) - for spam calls and SMS, robocalls, and general telecommunications complaints
• Do Not Call Register (donotcall.gov.au) - to register your number and lodge complaints about telemarketing calls
• ReportCyber (cyber.gov.au) - if the scam involves online components or data theft

You can also contribute your own experience to Reverseau to help other Australians identify and avoid 03 8804 5799. Community reports like yours protect others by building a real-time database of scam activity.

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