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One community report for 04 2398 0035 (0423980035) describing a threatening scam call. Caller made unspecified threats during the call.
Threatening Scam Reports for 04 2398 0035
A single contributor has reported receiving a threatening scam call from 04 2398 0035 (also written as 0423980035). The caller used intimidating or threatening language, though the specific nature of the threats was not detailed in the report. This Optus mobile number has been flagged as suspicious based on this threatening behaviour.
What the Caller Said
The contributor reported the call as "dodgy" with threatening content. No specific demands, claims, or false identities were mentioned in the report, but the aggressive tone was significant enough to prompt a scam report. The call came through on an answered call, meaning the contributor picked up and heard the threatening language directly.
Report Details and Timing
This report was submitted on 28 October 2025. The call was answered, indicating the contributor engaged with the caller before recognising the threat. Currently, there is only one community report for 0423980035, but this single report is sufficient to flag the number as potentially dangerous due to its threatening nature.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 2398 0035
If 04 2398 0035 calls you:
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller becomes threatening or aggressive
- Do: Block the number in your phone to prevent future calls
- Do: Not engage with threats or demands under any circumstances
- Do: Consider reporting the call to Australian authorities
- Don't: Answer questions or provide personal information
- Don't: Return the call or acknowledge the threat
How to Report 04 2398 0035
If you receive a threatening call from 04 2398 0035 (0423980035), report it through these channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - Report unwanted calls and threatening behaviour
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - Report scams and threatening communications
- Local Police: Contact your local police station if threats are serious or ongoing
- Reverseau: Report your experience on this page to help other Australians stay safe
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What did the caller threaten about on 04 2398 0035?
The report describes a 'dodgy threatening call' from 04 2398 0035, but specific details about what was threatened were not provided. The contributor picked up the call and heard threatening language, which was serious enough to report as a scam.
Is 0423980035 a real mobile number?
Yes, 0423980035 is allocated as an Optus mobile number. However, the fact that it is a legitimate mobile number does not make it safe - scammers often use real mobile accounts or spoofed numbers to appear legitimate.
Should I block 04 2398 0035?
Yes, blocking 04 2398 0035 is recommended. Since the number has been reported for threatening behaviour, blocking it will prevent future calls from 0423980035 reaching you.
What should I do if 0423980035 calls me multiple times?
If you receive repeated calls from 04 2398 0035 (0423980035), hang up immediately, block the number, and report it to ACMA at acma.gov.au. Persistent threatening calls may constitute harassment and should be reported to police.
Can I report this number to the Do Not Call Register?
The Do Not Call Register (donotcall.gov.au) handles unwanted marketing calls, but threatening or harassing calls should be reported directly to ACMA (acma.gov.au) or police. For 04 2398 0035, ACMA is the appropriate authority.
How many people have reported 04 2398 0035?
Currently, one contributor has reported 04 2398 0035 (0423980035) for a threatening scam call. If you have also received a threatening call from this number, please report your experience on Reverseau to help other Australians identify and avoid this threat.