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0402 004 086 (0402004086): 3 reports of impersonation calls claiming work injuries, Supreme Court legal action, and fake lawyer involvement. Optus mobile.
Impersonation Reports for 0402 004 086
Three contributors have reported calls from 0402 004 086 (also written as 0402004086) involving false claims of legal authority and professional affiliation. The reports suggest callers are impersonating workers compensation representatives, court officials, and legal practitioners to pressure recipients into engagement.
One contributor flagged a call about a non-existent work claim, describing the interaction as feeling deliberately deceptive. Another reported a caller claiming to represent the Supreme Court regarding unspecified legal action. A third mentioned reference to "Gays Lawyers Australia," raising concerns about misrepresentation of a legitimate legal organisation.
What Callers from 0402 004 086 Claim
Contributors who answered calls from 0402004086 report the following claims:
- Fabricated work injury or workers compensation claims that do not match the recipient's actual employment history
- Threats of Supreme Court action without specific details or legitimate legal basis
- References to legal firms or lawyers, potentially impersonating real legal practitioners or organisations
One contributor noted the caller's claims "didn't sit right," suggesting inconsistencies or pressure tactics that prompted suspicion. The pattern indicates callers are relying on vague but authoritative-sounding claims rather than providing verifiable case details.
Report Patterns
All three reports about 0402 004 086 arrived via answered calls within a 48-hour window (8-10 December 2025). The number is registered to Optus mobile, consistent with spoofed or hijacked mobile numbers used in impersonation schemes. Contributors did not report repeated calls from 0402004086, suggesting possible one-off targeting or batch dialling campaigns.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0402 004 086
If 0402 004 086 calls you:
- Do not: Confirm personal details, provide employment history, or acknowledge receipt of any legal documents
- Do not: Provide bank account, tax file number, or other sensitive information
- Do: Hang up immediately and contact the organisation being impersonated (Supreme Court, workers compensation authority, or legal firm) using official contact details from their website
- Do: Verify any legal claims through official channels before responding or taking action
- Do: Block 0402004086 after the call to prevent repeat contact
How to Report 0402 004 086
If you receive a call from 0402 004 086 making false claims about legal action or professional services:
- Report to Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - document the specific claims made and the date/time of the call
- Report to ACMA: acma.gov.au - the Australian Communications and Media Authority investigates phone-based scams and impersonation
- Report to ReportCyber: cyber.gov.au - if the call involved attempts to extract financial or personal information
- Report to the impersonated organisation: If the caller claimed to represent a specific court, legal firm, or agency, report the impersonation directly to that entity
- Share your experience: Contribute your report to Reverseau to help other Australians identify this number
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What Our Users Reviewed
Called about a work claim that doesn't exist, didn't sit right
Someone claiming they're taking me to Supreme Court about something
Something about Gays Lawyers Australia, doesn't seem right
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why would someone call claiming to be from the Supreme Court?
Impersonation callers use authoritative-sounding claims like court action to create urgency and pressure recipients into cooperation. By invoking the Supreme Court, callers hope victims will be too intimidated to ask questions. If you receive a call from 0402 004 086 claiming legal action, contact the Supreme Court directly using the phone number on its official website to verify the claim.
Is this a spoofed number or a real Optus phone?
0402 004 086 is registered to Optus mobile, but scammers commonly use hijacked or spoofed mobile numbers to appear local or legitimate. The content of the calls (false work claims, fake court action) indicates the caller is impersonating someone else rather than genuinely representing a legal or workplace authority. Treat calls from 0402004086 as suspicious regardless of the provider.
What should I do if they claim I have a work injury claim?
Do not provide any employment or personal details. Hang up and contact your employer's HR department or your state's workers compensation authority (WorkCover NSW, WorkSafe Victoria, etc.) using official contact details. Ask if there are any pending claims in your name. A legitimate workers compensation representative will have specific claim details, not vague references. Never confirm information with someone who called you from 0402 004 086.
Can I trust they represent 'Gays Lawyers Australia'?
One contributor reported a reference to this name during a call from 0402004086, but the context suggested misrepresentation. If anyone calls claiming to represent a legal firm, hang up and independently verify by searching for the firm online and calling their official number directly. Do not rely on contact details or names provided by an unsolicited caller.
What if I already engaged with the caller from 0402 004 086?
If you provided personal, employment, or financial information to someone claiming legal authority, monitor your accounts for suspicious activity and consider placing a fraud alert with your bank. Report the call to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au) and ACMA (acma.gov.au) with as much detail as possible about what information you shared. Block 0402004086 to prevent follow-up contact.
Why are there so few reports for 0402 004 086?
Only three contributors have reported 0402004086 on Reverseau, suggesting the number is either used in targeted campaigns against specific individuals or has been recently activated. The concentration of reports within 48 hours may indicate a batch calling campaign. If you receive a similar call, reporting it to Reverseau and ACMA helps build a clearer picture of this number's activity.