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One contributor reported a call from 04 0060 5212 (0400605212) where the caller asked 'who is this' with no clear purpose. Telstra mobile number.
Suspicious Call from 04 0060 5212
A single contributor has reported an unusual call from 04 0060 5212 (also written as 0400605212), a Telstra mobile number. The caller asked 'who is this' without identifying themselves or explaining the reason for the call. This type of interaction is atypical for legitimate business calls and raises questions about the caller's intent.
The call came through to a contributor who answered, making it difficult to determine whether 0400605212 was attempting to verify a working number, conducting a targeted reconnaissance call, or simply misdialled. The randomness of the approach and lack of any follow-up context suggests this may warrant monitoring.
What Happened During the Call from 04 0060 5212
The contributor reported that when they answered 04 0060 5212, the caller immediately asked 'who is this' without any preamble, greeting, or explanation of who they were calling from. No business name, purpose, or reason for contact was given. The contributor described the interaction as 'super random', indicating the call felt deliberately vague or potentially fishing for information.
This opening tactic - where a caller asks you to identify yourself first - is sometimes used to confirm whether a number is active and monitored. It reverses the normal pattern of a calling party introducing themselves. While a single instance may be coincidental, repeated calls of this type from 0400605212 should be treated with caution.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 0060 5212
If 04 0060 5212 calls you:
- Do not: Confirm your identity, full name, or personal details if the caller won't identify themselves first
- Do: Ask who is calling and what company or organisation they represent before answering questions
- Do: Hang up if the caller cannot or will not provide clear identification
- Do: Block the number if you receive repeated calls from 0400605212 with no clear purpose
- Do: Let unknown calls go to voicemail if you're unsure - legitimate callers will leave a message
Should I Be Concerned About 04 0060 5212
A single report of an odd call is not conclusive evidence of a scam, but the behaviour reported from 0400605212 is worth noting. Calls where the other party asks 'who is this' without identifying themselves first can indicate number verification, data harvesting, or reconnaissance activity. It's reasonable to be cautious about future calls from this Telstra number.
If you receive additional calls from 04 0060 5212 with similar unexplained contact attempts, that pattern becomes more significant. Contributors are encouraged to report any further calls from 0400605212 to help establish whether this is an isolated incident or part of a broader calling campaign.
How to Report 04 0060 5212
If you receive suspicious calls from 04 0060 5212 or 0400605212, you can report your experience:
- Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au for any suspicious contact
- Lodge a complaint with the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au
- Report the number on Reverseau to help other Australians identify callers
- If the calls are unsolicited marketing, register with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au
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What does it mean when a caller asks 'who is this' instead of identifying themselves first?
When someone calls 04 0060 5212 and immediately asks 'who is this' without introducing themselves, it reverses the normal communication pattern. Legitimate callers typically identify themselves and their purpose before asking questions. This tactic can be used to verify that a phone number is active and monitored, or to collect information about the call recipient. If 0400605212 calls you and uses this approach, it's reasonable to decline to answer until they identify themselves.
Is one call from 04 0060 5212 enough to be concerned?
A single call from 04 0060 5212 (0400605212) with odd behaviour doesn't confirm a scam, but it is worth noting. The randomness and lack of clear purpose reported by the contributor makes it unusual. If you receive additional calls from this Telstra number using the same vague approach, that pattern becomes more significant and should be reported.
Should I answer calls from unknown Telstra numbers like 04 0060 5212?
It's often safer to let unknown calls go to voicemail first. If a call from 0400605212 or any unknown number is legitimate, the caller will leave a message explaining why they called. This allows you to investigate before returning the call. If 04 0060 5212 calls again without leaving a voicemail, that's another indicator to be cautious.
What should I do if 04 0060 5212 calls me multiple times?
If you receive repeated calls from 04 0060 5212 (0400605212) with no clear purpose, block the number on your phone. You can also report the repeated contact to ACMA at acma.gov.au, especially if the calls are unsolicited. Multiple calls with the same vague 'who is this' opening suggest this may be part of a calling campaign rather than a misdial.
Can I find out more about who owns the Telstra number 0400605212?
The number 04 0060 5212 is registered as a Telstra mobile service. However, Telstra numbers can be purchased by any individual or business, so the owner isn't publicly disclosed. By reporting your experience to Reverseau and checking community reports for 0400605212, you can see if other Australians have had similar calls and gain more context about the number's behaviour.
Is there a way to verify if 04 0060 5212 is legitimate before calling back?
Do not call back 04 0060 5212 (0400605212) unless you have independent verification of who owns the number. The fact that the caller asked 'who is this' without identifying themselves is a red flag. If you suspect the caller might be a legitimate business, find the organisation's official number through their website or directory and call them directly to ask if they called you from this Telstra number.