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Community reports for 0420 190 767 (0420190767): Facebook marketplace scam involving fake sellers and buyers using phishing links and payment fraud.
Facebook Marketplace Scam Reports for 0420 190 767
Three contributors have reported scam activity linked to 0420 190 767 (also written as 0420190767) through Facebook Marketplace transactions. The reports describe a pattern where scammers use this number to facilitate payment fraud, then disappear after taking money. Two reports involve fake sellers who promised to send items after payment, while a third describes a fake buyer attempting to harvest personal vehicle information through a phishing link.
What makes 0420190767 particularly concerning is that scammers appear willing to use it across different fraud schemes on the same platform. The number serves as a contact point to build false trust before the actual theft occurs.
What Scammers Using 0420 190 767 Have Done
Contributors report two distinct scam patterns involving this number:
- Fake seller scheme: Scammers posed as Facebook Marketplace sellers, took payment for items, promised delivery, then deleted their Facebook accounts and became unreachable on 0420 190 767
- Fake buyer scheme: A scammer pretended to be interested in purchasing a vehicle, requested the contributor retrieve a vehicle report from a suspicious link, and demanded payment in a different currency before the number went disconnected
One contributor noted the scammer called back after the initial contact attempt, confirming active use of 0420190767 for follow-up communication in the fraud chain.
Report Patterns and Timing
All three reports came through answered calls or direct contact initiated by the scammer. The reports span from December 2024 to December 2025, indicating ongoing use of this number for marketplace fraud. Two reports specifically mention Facebook Marketplace as the initial contact point, with the scammer providing 0420 190 767 as the phone number to complete the transaction. The third report involved a caller using the number to impersonate a genuine buyer, demonstrating the scammer's willingness to adapt their approach depending on the target.
One contributor described calling the number back after the initial interaction only to find it disconnected, a common tactic scammers use to prevent victims from warning others or attempting recovery.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0420 190 767
If 0420 190 767 contacts you about a Marketplace transaction:
- Do not: Send payment before receiving the item, click links sent via call or text, or share personal information like vehicle details or ID numbers
- Do: Use only Facebook Marketplace's built-in payment system, verify the seller's account history and reviews, ask for video calls to confirm legitimacy, and hang up immediately if the caller becomes evasive
If the call is about buying your vehicle, always verify the buyer's identity through official channels and never pay for vehicle reports or checks requested by the caller.
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0420 190 767
If you receive text messages from 0420190767:
- Do not: Click any links in the message, reply with personal or financial information, or follow instructions to download apps or use external payment systems
- Do: Delete the message immediately, block the number, forward the SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA spam reporting), and screenshot the message before deleting it as evidence
Scammers often send follow-up SMS messages with payment links or requests for updated details after initial contact.
How to Report 0420 190 767
If you've been contacted by this number or believe you've been scammed:
- Report the scam to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au with details of the transaction and any payment proof
- Report the number to ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au
- Report the Facebook Marketplace listing or seller account directly through Facebook's reporting tools
- If you've lost money, contact your bank or payment service immediately to report fraud and request a chargeback
- Report your experience on Reverseau to help other Australians identify this scam number
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Tried buying something off Facebook, seller gave me this number and promised to send item after I paid, they vanished and deleted their account
Seller gave me this number on Facebook, promised to send item after I paid, ripped me off and deleted their account
Pretended to want to buy my car, asked me to get vehicle report from link they sent that requires payment in different currency, called back and number was disconnected
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Is 0420 190 767 a legitimate Facebook Marketplace seller?
No. Three contributors have reported that scammers used 0420190767 to pose as either sellers or buyers on Facebook Marketplace. In both cases, they took money or requested sensitive information before disappearing or disconnecting the number. Never conduct Marketplace transactions outside Facebook's built-in payment system, regardless of what phone number the other party provides.
What should I do if I already paid money to someone using 0420 190 767?
Contact your bank or payment service immediately to report the fraud. If you used a bank transfer, ask your bank to attempt to recover the funds or block further transfers. If you used a credit card, dispute the charge. Report the scam to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au with proof of payment and any messages from 0420190767. File a report with the Australian Federal Police at cybercrime.gov.au for serious financial loss.
Why did the scammer ask me to pay for a vehicle report from a link?
This is a common phishing tactic. Legitimate vehicle reports are obtained directly from official sources like the NRMA or state transport registries, never through links sent by callers. Scammers using 0420 190 767 asked one contributor to pay in a different currency specifically to complicate refund attempts and increase fraud difficulty.
What happens when I call 0420 190 767 back?
Based on contributor reports, calling 0420190767 back may result in the number being disconnected or going to voicemail that never responds. One contributor specifically noted that when they called back after the initial contact, the number was no longer active. Scammers typically disconnect the number after completing their fraud to prevent victims from warning others.
Can I recover money sent to someone using this phone number?
Recovery depends on how you paid. If you used a bank transfer through Osko or regular transfer, your bank may be able to recover funds if reported quickly. If you used an unrecoverable payment method (cash, gift cards, or direct cryptocurrency transfer), recovery is unlikely. Report to your bank immediately and file a police report at cybercrime.gov.au with details of your transaction and communications with 0420190767.
Why do scammers keep using 0420 190 767 if it's been reported?
Scammers often use disposable mobile numbers that are easy to obtain and abandon once they've completed fraud or the number is widely reported. The fact that 0420 190 767 was used across different fraud schemes suggests it may be part of a burner phone rotation. ACMA and phone providers can investigate persistent scam numbers, but enforcement takes time. This is why reporting to both ACMA and Reverseau is important.