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Community report for 04 1639 8712 (0416398712): Caller impersonated Bendigo Bank with fake alert. Mobile number flagged for bank impersonation scam.
Bendigo Bank Impersonation Report for 04 1639 8712
One contributor has reported receiving a call from 04 1639 8712 (also written as 0416398712) in which the caller impersonated Bendigo Bank. The contributor answered the call and identified it as a sketchy alert claiming to be from the bank. This mobile number, allocated to Vodafone Australia, has been flagged for bank impersonation activity.
What the Caller Claimed
The contributor reported that the call from 0416398712 presented itself as a Bendigo Bank alert. Bank impersonation calls typically aim to trick recipients into revealing account details, passwords, or authorising unauthorised transactions by creating a false sense of urgency around account security or suspicious activity.
How to Protect Yourself from 04 1639 8712
If 04 1639 8712 calls you:
- Do not: Confirm account details, provide passwords, PINs, or card numbers; return the call to a number the caller provides; click links sent via SMS or email following the call
- Do: Hang up immediately; contact Bendigo Bank directly using the number on your bank statement or card; block the number in your phone settings; report the call to your bank
Legitimate banks will never call asking you to confirm passwords or financial details. If you're uncertain whether a call is genuine, hang up and contact your bank using a number you know is correct.
How to Report 04 1639 8712
If you receive similar calls from 0416398712 or other suspicious numbers:
- Report the number to the Australian Communications and Media Authority at acma.gov.au
- Lodge a report with Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au with details of what the caller claimed
- Report to your bank immediately so they can flag the number and protect other customers
- Report cyber crime activity to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au
- Share your experience on Reverseau to help other Australians identify this number
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What did the caller from 04 1639 8712 claim to be?
The contributor reported that 04 1639 8712 (0416398712) claimed to be calling with a Bendigo Bank alert. This is a common impersonation tactic used to trick recipients into providing sensitive banking information.
Should I return a call to 0416398712 if I miss it?
No. Do not return calls to 0416398712 or any unknown number claiming to be your bank. If you're concerned about your account, hang up and call Bendigo Bank directly using the number on your bank statement or card.
What information should I never share with a caller from 04 1639 8712?
Never share your account number, PIN, password, card details, or one-time verification codes with 04 1639 8712 or any caller claiming to be from your bank. Legitimate banks will never ask for these details over the phone.
Is 0416398712 definitely a scam?
One contributor has reported that 0416398712 attempted to impersonate Bendigo Bank. This single report indicates the number is being used for impersonation activity. If you receive a similar call, treat it as suspicious and do not provide any personal information.
What should I do if 04 1639 8712 calls me?
If 04 1639 8712 calls claiming to be from Bendigo Bank, hang up immediately without confirming any details. Contact Bendigo Bank directly using a verified phone number, block 0416398712 in your phone, and report the call to ACMA and Scamwatch.
Where can I report calls from 0416398712?
Report 0416398712 to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au), the Australian Communications and Media Authority at acma.gov.au, and directly to Bendigo Bank. You can also report cyber crime to ReportCyber at cyber.gov.au and share your experience on Reverseau.