- Suspicious
- Scam
2 reports for 0480 017 192 (0480017192): silent calls followed by SMS impersonating aged care operator. Mobile number flagged as suspicious.
Suspicious Activity and Impersonation Reports for 0480 017 192
Two contributors have reported concerning activity from 0480 017 192 (also written as 0480017192), a mobile number registered to a satellite provider. The pattern suggests coordinated contact attempts: one report documents a silent call followed by an SMS impersonating an aged care operator, while another describes a silent call with no response when answered.
The impersonation report indicates the caller is posing as an aged care service provider, which is a common scam tactic targeting older Australians or family members managing care arrangements. The fact that 0480017192 initiated contact via call before following up with SMS suggests deliberate contact strategy rather than accidental dialling.
What Callers from 0480 017 192 Do
One contributor received a call from 0480 017 192 followed by an SMS claiming to represent an aged care operator. This two-channel approach is typical of scams attempting to appear legitimate through multiple contact methods.
The other report describes the caller remaining silent when the recipient answered and responded to the incoming call from 0480 017 192. The caller terminated the call without speaking, suggesting either intentional silence testing or a screening mechanism to identify answered lines for later follow-up attempts.
Report Patterns
Both reports were received via active contact - one answered call and one SMS. The call-then-SMS sequence reported for 0480017192 suggests the caller may be testing availability before committing to a conversation. The silent call tactic combined with follow-up messaging is consistent with scam operations that validate working numbers before launching pitch attempts.
The mobile service type (Pivotel satellite) is notable. Satellite mobile services are occasionally used to obscure caller location and make tracing more difficult.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0480 017 192
If 0480 017 192 calls you:
- Do not: Answer if you don't recognise the number, return the call, or engage with silent callers
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, block the number immediately if it calls again, and verify any aged care claims independently by contacting the provider directly using a known phone number
- Do not: Provide personal details, banking information, or health data to unknown callers claiming to represent aged care services
- Do: Ask for a callback number and organisation name, then hang up and call the official provider to confirm the caller's identity
What to Do If You Receive an SMS from 0480 017 192
If 0480017192 sends you an SMS:
- Do not: Click any links in the message, reply to the SMS, or call any number provided in the text
- Do: Delete the message immediately, block the number, and report it as spam
- Do: Forward the SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA spam reporting service) to report the message
How to Report 0480 017 192
Report this number through multiple channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au - report scam and spam activity
- Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au - document the aged care impersonation attempt
- If aged care fraud is suspected, contact Services Australia at servicesaustralia.gov.au or your state-based aged care regulator
- Contribute your experience to Reverseau to help other Australians identify 0480 017 192
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Received a call on my mobile thi afternoon from this number. I answered, no response so I said 'hello' again - the caller ended the call without speaking - obviously a very suspicious occurence. Be wary of this number!!!
Rang first then texted about aged care, dodgy operator
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What does it mean if 0480 017 192 calls me and doesn't speak?
Silent or quiet calls from 0480 017 192 are often used to test if your number is active and monitored. Scammers use this to validate working numbers before sending follow-up SMS messages or passing your details to other scam operations. Do not call back - block the number instead.
Is 0480017192 really from an aged care provider?
One contributor reported 0480017192 impersonating an aged care operator via SMS after an initial call. Never trust caller ID for aged care claims. Always hang up and contact the aged care provider directly using a phone number you find independently online or from official documentation. Legitimate aged care services will not pressure you during initial contact.
Why would a scammer use a mobile number like 0480 017 192?
Mobile numbers, particularly those on satellite networks like Pivotel, are harder to trace and block than landlines. Scammers using 0480 017 192 can avoid traditional business number filtering and make the call appear to come from a personal device rather than an organised operation.
Should I block 0480017192 or report it first?
Do both. Block 0480 017 192 immediately to stop further contact, then report the number to ACMA (acma.gov.au) and Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au). Your report helps authorities track scam patterns and protects other Australians from calls from 0480 017 192.
What should I do if I already gave information to the caller from 0480 017 192?
Contact your bank or relevant service provider immediately if you shared financial details. If you provided aged care or health information to 0480017192, contact Services Australia or your state-based aged care regulator. Monitor your accounts for fraudulent activity and consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file.
Can I report the SMS from 0480 017 192 to my phone provider?
Yes. Forward the SMS to 0429 999 888 (ACMA's spam reporting service), then block 0480 017 192 in your phone settings. Your phone provider can also help block the number from future contact. Reporting to 0429 999 888 creates an official record that helps ACMA track and action scam campaigns.