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Community reports for 04 8599 3501 (0485993501): Callers impersonating Shop and Save Electricity with scam intent. Mobile number flagged as suspicious.
Suspicious Activity Reports for 04 8599 3501
Two contributors have flagged 04 8599 3501 (also written as 0485993501) for suspicious calling behaviour. One contributor reported receiving a call from callers claiming to represent Shop and Save Electricity, attempting to scam. A second contributor described the call as a definite scam attempt and chose not to engage further.
The number is allocated as a mobile on the Pivotel satellite network, which differs from typical retail energy company call patterns. This allocation detail, combined with the impersonation claim, suggests callers are using personal or spoofed mobile infrastructure rather than official business lines.
What Callers from 04 8599 3501 Claimed
One contributor reported that callers from 04 8599 3501 identified themselves as representing Shop and Save Electricity. The caller's approach and the contributor's immediate assessment as "dodgy blokes" attempting a scam indicates aggressive or deceptive sales tactics rather than legitimate customer service contact.
The second report provided limited detail beyond flagging the call as a scam attempt, but confirms the caller's behaviour raised immediate red flags for the recipient.
Report Patterns
Both calls to 04 8599 3501 were answered, occurring within a two-day window (13-15 January 2026). The mobile allocation on a satellite network is unusual for utility company outbound campaigns, which typically operate from fixed business lines or recognised mobile ranges.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 04 8599 3501
If 04 8599 3501 contacts you:
- Do not: Provide personal details, bank information, or payment card numbers; return the call; or agree to any immediate service changes
- Do: Hang up immediately if the caller claims to represent an energy retailer you don't recognise; verify any energy company claim by calling their official customer service number from your bill; block the number if calls continue; report the incident
Energy retailers do not contact customers via unsolicited cold calls pressuring immediate action. Legitimate utility companies will never ask for payment card details during an unexpected call.
How to Report 04 8599 3501
If you receive unwanted or scam calls from 04 8599 3501, report the incident to:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): Report the number and describe the call at acma.gov.au
- Scamwatch: Lodge a scam report at scamwatch.gov.au with details of the caller's claims and your interaction
- Reverseau: Contribute your report on this page to help other Australians recognise the number
- Your energy provider: Contact your actual energy retailer's fraud team to report the impersonation attempt
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Dodgy blokes claiming to be Shop and Save Electricity trying to scam
Definite scam caller, not interested
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why is 04 8599 3501 calling and claiming to be from Shop and Save Electricity?
One contributor reported that callers from 04 8599 3501 (0485993501) identified themselves as representing Shop and Save Electricity, but the approach was flagged as a scam attempt. The caller was not a legitimate representative of any energy company. Real utility companies use official contact channels and do not make unsolicited cold calls requesting payment or personal details.
Is 04 8599 3501 a real Shop and Save Electricity number?
No. 04 8599 3501 is allocated as a mobile number on the Pivotel satellite network, not an official business line for any energy retailer. Shop and Save Electricity (if it is a real business) would use proper business phone numbers. Contributors who recognised the call from 0485993501 as a scam attempt did not engage further with the caller.
What should I do if 04 8599 3501 calls me about my electricity account?
Do not engage. Hang up immediately and do not provide any personal or financial information. If you have concerns about your energy account, call your actual energy provider using the number on your bill or from their official website. Never rely on contact details provided by an incoming caller, especially one from 04 8599 3501 (0485993501), to verify legitimacy.
Can I block 04 8599 3501 on my phone?
Yes. Most modern phones allow you to block specific numbers. If 04 8599 3501 (0485993501) calls again, add it to your blocked list. You can also report the number to your mobile provider. If the calls are frequent or harassing, document them and report to ACMA at acma.gov.au.
Why would a scammer use a satellite mobile number like 04 8599 3501?
Satellite mobile numbers may be harder to trace or block at scale compared to standard mobile ranges. Using an unusual or less-recognisable allocation like 0485993501 can make it harder for recipients to verify legitimacy quickly, giving scammers a window to pressure targets. The Pivotel allocation on this number supports the likelihood it is being misused for unauthorised calling.
Where can I report 04 8599 3501 if I receive a scam call?
Report 04 8599 3501 (0485993501) to Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au or to ACMA at acma.gov.au. Include the date, time, and details of what the caller claimed. You can also contribute a report on Reverseau to help other Australians. If you have an energy provider account, notify their fraud team that scammers are impersonating them using this number.