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One report for 03 9022 6715 (0390226715): silent call followed by Energy Savers voicemail recording. Potential impersonation attempt.
Silent Call and Impersonation Report for 03 9022 6715
A contributor received a call from 03 9022 6715 (also written as 0390226715) originating from Melbourne. The call connected but produced only silence before the caller hung up. When the contributor attempted to return the call to 0390226715, they reached a voicemail greeting identifying the number as belonging to "Energy Savers."
This pattern - silent connection followed by a business voicemail on callback - is consistent with impersonation tactics where callers spoof or misrepresent their identity. The silent call phase may indicate testing whether the number is active before engaging in further contact attempts.
What Occurred During the Call from 03 9022 6715
The contributor's experience with 0390226715 followed a specific sequence. The initial call connected with complete silence rather than an immediate greeting or recorded message. After several seconds of silence, the caller disconnected. This prompted the recipient to dial back 03 9022 6715 out of curiosity, which resulted in reaching a recorded greeting claiming affiliation with "Energy Savers."
The discrepancy between the silent call and the Energy Savers voicemail suggests the number may be spoofed or registered under a false business name. Contributors receiving similar patterns often report concern about what information the caller may have gathered during the initial silent connection.
Report Timing and Channel
This report for 03 9022 6715 was submitted after the contributor answered and experienced the call directly. The call came through as a standard answered call rather than voicemail, allowing the contributor to immediately identify the silent nature of the contact. The callback to 0390226715 revealed the Energy Savers voicemail, providing concrete evidence of the number's claimed identity.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 03 9022 6715
If 03 9022 6715 calls you:
- Do not: Return the call, engage with silence, or provide information if the caller eventually speaks
- Do: Hang up immediately, block the number, and do not attempt callback
- Do: Verify any business claims independently by searching the company website directly and calling their official number from your records
- Do: Be especially cautious if Energy Savers (or any energy company) claims you owe money, as this is a common impersonation angle
How to Report 03 9022 6715
If you receive calls from 03 9022 6715 or 0390226715, report the incident to:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report phone spam and scams at acma.gov.au
- Scamwatch: Document the call details at scamwatch.gov.au, especially if threats or false claims were made
- Do Not Call Register: Register your number at donotcall.gov.au to reduce unwanted marketing calls
- Reverseau: Contribute your own experience with 03 9022 6715 to help other Australians identify this number
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Call from Melbourne, answered and got silence then they hung up. called back and got recording saying 'thank you for calling Energy Savers'
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What does it mean if a call from 03 9022 6715 connects with silence?
Silent calls followed by hangup often indicate caller testing or impersonation tactics. The contributor who received the call from 0390226715 then heard an "Energy Savers" voicemail on callback, suggesting possible spoofing. Legitimate businesses do not typically make silent calls.
Should I call back a number that calls me silently like 0390226715?
No. Calling back 03 9022 6715 after a silent call can confirm your number is active to scammers and may initiate further contact. In this case, the callback revealed a voicemail, but it is safer to block and ignore silent calls entirely.
Why would a caller pretend to be Energy Savers when calling from 03 9022 6715?
Energy company impersonation is a common tactic because it creates urgency (threats of disconnection) and appears legitimate. The Energy Savers voicemail on 0390226715 may be genuine business routing or a spoofed recording used to add credibility to follow-up contact.
Is the Energy Savers voicemail on 03 9022 6715 real?
It cannot be confirmed from this single report. The contributor only received a voicemail message when calling back 0390226715. To verify, contact Energy Savers directly using a number from their official website, not by returning the call to 03 9022 6715.
What should I do if I already answered a call from 0390226715?
If the call was silent like the reported incident with 03 9022 6715, hang up and block the number immediately. Do not attempt a callback. If the caller spoke and made any claims (debt, service issues, account warnings), verify independently by contacting the claimed company directly using an official number.
Where can I report this number and similar silent call patterns?
Report 03 9022 6715 and other silent calls to ACMA at acma.gov.au and Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au. For ongoing harassment from 0390226715, also register with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au. Share your experience on Reverseau to alert other Australians.