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One contributor reported a suspicious call from 0485 764 826 (0485764826) at 1:50 pm. Blocked immediately without answering.
Suspicious Call from 0485 764 826
A contributor has reported receiving a call from 0485 764 826 (also written as 0485764826) at 1:50 pm. The caller did not leave a message, and the contributor blocked the number immediately after the call ended without answering.
The number is allocated to Optus Mobile. Based on the single report, the caller's intent remains unclear, though the contributor's decision to block suggests concern about the call's legitimacy.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 0485 764 826
If 0485 764 826 calls you, consider these steps:
- Do not: Answer calls from unknown numbers, return the call, or engage with the caller
- Do: Let it go to voicemail, check for a message, and block the number if it calls again
- Do: If the caller leaves a voicemail claiming urgency or requesting payment, verify independently through official channels before responding
How to Report 0485 764 826
If you receive unwanted calls or believe 0485 764 826 is being used for scam or spam activity, you can report it:
- Report to ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au for potential misuse of a mobile number
- Report to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au if you believe it's a scam attempt
- Register your number with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au to reduce unwanted marketing calls
- Share your experience on Reverseau to help warn other Australians about suspicious numbers
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WRITE A REVIEWRatings Distribution
What Our Users Reviewed
Scam call came around 1:50 pm.
Didn’t pick up and blocked it as soon as the ringtone stopped.
Annoyed!
Got a call early arvo, didn't pick up, blocked it straight away as a scam
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Should I answer if 0485 764 826 calls me again?
No. The contributor who reported 0485 764 826 chose not to answer, which is a safe approach for unknown numbers. If the caller has a genuine reason to reach you, they will leave a voicemail or try another method to contact you. Blocking the number is recommended if it calls repeatedly.
What should I do if 0485 764 826 leaves a voicemail?
Listen carefully to the message without returning the call immediately. If the voicemail claims to be from a bank, government agency, or other organisation, verify the claim independently by contacting that organisation directly using an official phone number from their website-never use a number provided in the message. For 0485 764 826, if the message seems suspicious, report it to Scamwatch.
Is 0485 764 826 definitely a scam?
Based on the single report, the intent of the caller from 0485 764 826 is uncertain. The contributor's caution in blocking the number suggests suspicion, but without additional details or reports, we cannot confirm whether it's a scam, spam, or a legitimate call attempt. If you receive a call from this number, use your own judgment based on the caller's behaviour.
Can I block 0485 764 826 on my phone?
Yes. Most smartphones allow you to block numbers directly. After a call from 0485 764 826, you can typically block it through your phone's call history or contacts app. This will send future calls from 0485 764 826 directly to voicemail and silence notifications.
Should I report 0485 764 826 to my mobile provider?
You can contact your mobile provider (in this case, if the number is from Optus, you can contact Optus) to report the number as suspicious. Optus and other providers have abuse teams that investigate misuse of mobile numbers. However, reporting to ACMA or Scamwatch is also important for broader tracking.
Why would someone call from 0485 764 826 without leaving a message?
Silent or no-message calls can occur for several reasons: the caller may have reached a wrong number, the call may be part of a batch dialling process to identify active phone numbers, or the caller may have hung up before the voicemail system engaged. If 0485 764 826 calls repeatedly without leaving messages, it's best to block it and report the pattern.