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08 7083 8055 (0870838055): Community reports of silent calls and fake competition prize claims from South Australian number. Callers hang up without speaking.
Silent Calls and Prize Scam from 08 7083 8055
Four contributors have reported calls from 08 7083 8055 (also written as 0870838055), a South Australian local service number. The reports reveal two distinct patterns: silent calls where the line goes dead immediately after answering, and at least one instance of a prize competition scam claim followed by disconnection.
The silent call pattern dominates the reports for 0870838055. Two separate contributors described picking up the phone to complete silence, followed by the caller hanging up without explanation. One contributor noted the frustration of repeated silent calls wasting their time. A third report flagged the number as suspected scam based on caller behaviour, though they didn't answer the call.
What Callers from 08 7083 8055 Say (or Don't Say)
In the one instance where 08 7083 8055 produced actual speech, the caller claimed the recipient had won a competition. The caller then immediately disconnected when the contributor reacted, which is typical of prize scam bait-and-switch tactics.
The silent call reports for 0870838055 involve no conversation at all. Contributors pick up to dead air, hold for a few seconds, then the line goes dead. This pattern suggests either robocall testing, callback scam setup, or deliberate nuisance dialling.
Report Patterns and Timing
The four reports about 08 7083 8055 span several months from July to November 2025. One call came through during early morning hours (5:43 AM), while another arrived mid-morning (9:52 AM). The distribution suggests sporadic rather than coordinated calling campaigns.
Two reports came from answered calls, one from a missed call, and one from a call the contributor chose not to answer. The mix of responded and unanswered calls indicates the number is actively dialling but not following a rigid script or pattern.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 08 7083 8055
If 08 7083 8055 calls you:
- Do not: Engage with any prize or competition claims, return the call, or provide personal information
- Do: Let it ring out or answer briefly then hang up if you hear silence, then block the number immediately
- Do: Note the time and date if you receive repeated calls from 0870838055
- Do: Verify any supposed competition win independently by contacting the organisation directly using a number you find yourself, never one provided by the caller
Silent calls from 08 7083 8055 serve no legitimate purpose. Legitimate callers always have a message. If the line goes silent when you answer, hanging up and blocking is the safest response.
How to Report 08 7083 8055
If you receive unwanted calls from 08 7083 8055 or 0870838055, report the number through these official Australian channels:
- ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority): acma.gov.au - Report unwanted calls and nuisance dialling
- Scamwatch: scamwatch.gov.au - Report prize and competition scams specifically
- Do Not Call Register: donotcall.gov.au - Register your number to opt out of telemarketing
- Reverseau: Help the community by reporting your experience with 08 7083 8055 here, contributing to a growing database of caller intelligence
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What Our Users Reviewed
Call claiming I've won a competition then hangs up
Just hangs up on you, waste of time
Silence every time I pick up, then they hang up
Didn't pick up, thought it sounded like a scam
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
What should I do if 08 7083 8055 calls and I hear silence?
Hang up immediately and block the number. Two contributors reported exactly this pattern from 0870838055 - silence followed by disconnection. Legitimate callers always have a message ready. Silent calls often indicate robocall testing or callback scam setup, neither of which is safe to engage with.
Is the prize competition claim from 08 7083 8055 real?
No. One contributor reported 0870838055 claiming they'd won a competition, then immediately hanging up. This is a classic scam tactic - the bait (free prize) is fake and designed to make you curious enough to call back or provide details. You cannot win competitions you never entered.
Why does 08 7083 8055 keep calling?
The four reports suggest the number is used for both silent robocalls and prize scam attempts. Silent calls often test whether a number is active and monitored. Once a number answers, scammers may add it to lists for future scam campaigns. Blocking 0870838055 stops this cycle.
Should I call 08 7083 8055 back?
No. Do not return calls to 0870838055. Calling back confirms your number is active and monitored by the caller. This increases the likelihood of future scam attempts. If it was important, the caller would leave a voicemail with a callback number and legitimate organisation name.
How do I block 08 7083 8055 on my phone?
On iPhone, open the call log, find 0870838055, tap 'i', then select 'Block This Caller'. On Android, open Phone, go to Call Log, long-press 08 7083 8055, and tap 'Block number'. Most phone providers also allow you to block numbers through their network settings or customer apps.
Should I report 08 7083 8055 to the authorities?
Yes. Report 0870838055 to ACMA (acma.gov.au) and Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au). Include the date, time, and what happened when they called. Multiple reports help authorities identify patterns and take action against the number. Contributing to Reverseau also helps other Australians avoid the same number.