0420 109 498 - 0420109498: Scam and Nuisance Call Reports

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0420 109 498 (0420109498): 3 reports of scam calls, robocalls with pre-recorded messages, and suspicious missed calls at odd hours.

Scam and Nuisance Reports for 0420 109 498

Three contributors have reported incoming calls from 0420 109 498 (also written as 0420109498) flagged as suspicious activity. The reports indicate a pattern of unwanted contact including automated messages, calls with no voicemail left, and contact at unusual times. One contributor's phone automatically blocked the call from 0420 109 498 using built-in spam protection, displaying a "Suspected Spam" warning.

The allocation data shows 0420109498 originates from a mobile service (Pivotel Satellite), though this does not confirm legitimacy. Contributors have already taken action by reporting 0420 109 498 to official channels and enabling call-blocking features.

What Callers from 0420 109 498 Do

One contributor answered a call from 0420 109 498 and heard a strange tune followed by a pre-recorded voice saying "hello." When the contributor asked who was calling, the line went silent and disconnected. This pattern is consistent with robocall systems that trigger pre-recorded messages or connect to an operator only after detecting human speech.

A second contributor received a missed call from 0420 109 498 at 5:39 pm and their phone automatically flagged it as suspected spam. A third report describes a missed call at a dodgy hour with no voicemail left, suggesting systematic dialling without targeted messaging.

Call Patterns and Timing

Reports for 0420 109 498 span multiple days, with one call occurring during early evening (5:39 pm) and another at an unusual hour late at night. The variety in timing suggests either automated dialling across different periods or multiple callers using the same number. No voicemails have been left on any of the calls from 0420 109 498, which is typical of robocall campaigns that rely on persistence rather than messaging.

All three contributors either blocked the call automatically, hung up when contacted, or ignored the missed call entirely. No contributor reported financial loss or engagement with the caller, indicating the calls were intercepted before any scam could develop.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0420 109 498

If 0420 109 498 calls you:

• Do not: Answer calls from unknown numbers, especially if pre-recorded messages or silence follows
• Do not: Return the call or provide any information if you do answer
• Do: Let the call go to voicemail if you don't recognise the number
• Do: Block 0420 109 498 immediately using your phone's call-blocking or spam protection settings
• Do: Hang up if you hear a strange tone, pre-recorded message, or silence after answering
• Do: Report the number to Scamwatch if you believe it's a scam

How to Report 0420 109 498

If you receive suspicious calls from 0420 109 498, report the activity to the following Australian resources:

• Scamwatch: Report scams online at scamwatch.gov.au/report-a-scam or call 1300 795 995
• ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report unwanted calls and SMS at acma.gov.au or call 1300 850 115
• Do Not Call Register: If receiving repeated telemarketing calls, register at donotcall.gov.au or call 1300 540 530
• Reverseau: Contribute your own report about 0420 109 498 to help other Australians identify this number

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