0423 516 017 - 0423516017: Nuisance Call Reports

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One contributor reported a nuisance call from 0423 516 017 (0423516017) involving harassment and unwanted contact attempts including FaceTime.

Nuisance Call Reports for 0423 516 017

A contributor has reported receiving a nuisance call from 0423 516 017 (also written as 0423516017), a mobile number allocated to Optus Mobile. The caller engaged in harassing behaviour, including name-calling and repeated contact attempts across multiple channels.

The report indicates the caller from 0423516017 used intimidating and disruptive tactics, suggesting this may be a case of targeted harassment rather than an automated scam operation.

Caller Behaviour and Contact Pattern

According to the contributor's report, the person calling from 0423 516 017 made several escalating attempts to contact them. The initial call featured the caller laughing and calling the recipient derogatory names. The caller then attempted a FaceTime call to the same recipient, followed by an unsolicited text message before the contributor blocked the number.

This multi-channel harassment approach - voice call, video call attempt, and text message - suggests deliberate, targeted contact rather than random spam. The contributor's decision to block 0423516017 came after these repeated contact attempts.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0423 516 017

If 0423 516 017 calls you:

• Do not: Engage with the caller, answer repeated calls, or respond to text messages from this number
• Do: Let calls go to voicemail, block the number immediately in your phone settings, and keep records of the contact attempts
• Do: Save any text messages as evidence before blocking, as they may be useful if you report the harassment

What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0423 516 017

If 0423516017 sends you a text message:

• Do not: Reply to the message or click any links
• Do: Take a screenshot of the message content and timestamp before deleting it
• Do: Block the number through your phone's messaging app and report it as spam to your mobile provider (Optus, in this case)

How to Report 0423 516 017

If you experience similar harassment from this number or have additional information about 0423516017:

• Report the harassment to the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) at acma.gov.au - they handle complaints about phone and internet services
• Contact your mobile provider (Optus Mobile) directly to report the harassing behaviour and request they investigate the account holder
• If the harassment escalates to threatening behaviour, contact local police and file a report
• Share your experience on Reverseau to help other contributors identify this number and protect themselves from similar contact

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