08 7083 8065 - 0870838065: Competition Scam Reports

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08 7083 8065 (0870838065): 8 reports of fake competition calls claiming recipients have won or been selected. Callers use silence tactics and pressure questions.

Competition Scam Reports for 08 7083 8065

Eight contributors have reported calls from 08 7083 8065 (also written as 0870838065) involving unsolicited competition claims. The pattern centres on callers stating that recipients have entered or been selected for a competition, despite no prior entry. Multiple reports describe callers who already possess the recipient's name and phone number, suggesting data sourcing from somewhere other than direct competition entry. Contributors report a mix of direct pressure to answer questions, silence tactics, and vague references to competition details.

The reports span from November 2024 to January 2026, indicating sustained activity. Callers typically claim familiarity with the recipient's personal information and attempt to engage them in conversation about a supposed competition win or selection. One contributor noted the caller had their email address on file, while others received minimal detail beyond the competition claim itself.

What Callers from 08 7083 8065 Say

Callers from 0870838065 consistently open with a statement that the recipient has been selected for or entered a competition. One contributor reported being asked to answer three simple questions, though no sensitive information was requested in that instance. Another described a caller who claimed to have the recipient's name and phone number specifically selected for a competition, then pushed to discuss further details.

A more unusual variation occurred when a caller told a recipient they couldn't participate because they were in hospital, suggesting the scammer had additional personal context. Contributors report callers using a woman's voice in several instances. The tone tends toward casual familiarity rather than urgency, though the persistence of calls across multiple attempts suggests coordinated contact patterns rather than random dialling.

Call Patterns and Timing

Reports for 08 7083 8065 show activity across different times of day and week. One contributor received a call during work hours and specifically mentioned they were at work when answering. Another missed a call at work with no voicemail left. Early morning calls (around 2-3 AM) and evening calls (around 7 PM) also appear in the data, suggesting either automated systems or a call centre operating across extended hours.

Two contributors described being called unexpectedly while they were occupied (one expecting an interstate work call, another at work). A silent call followed by hang-up was recorded separately, which may represent a callback verification tactic used by the same operation. The pattern of repeated contact attempts across multiple dates suggests the number is actively used for ongoing competition scam operations rather than a one-off incident.

What to Do If You Receive a Call from 08 7083 8065

If 08 7083 8065 calls you:

• Do not: Answer questions about competitions you don't recall entering, provide personal details, or agree to any terms the caller mentions
• Do: Hang up immediately if the caller mentions a competition you didn't enter, let unknown calls go to voicemail, block the number if it calls repeatedly
• Verify independently: If you genuinely think you entered a competition, contact the organisation directly using a phone number from their official website, never the number provided by the caller
• Beware of silence: If 0870838065 connects but goes silent before hanging up, this may be a callback verification attempt; do not return the call

How to Report 08 7083 8065

Competition scams targeting Australian phone numbers should be reported to relevant authorities. You can take the following steps:

• Report to Scamwatch: Visit scamwatch.gov.au and lodge a report with details of the call, including the date, time, and what the caller claimed
• File a complaint with ACMA: The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) accepts reports of unwanted calls at acma.gov.au; include the phone number 08 7083 8065 in your report
• Block the number: Use your phone's native blocking feature or contact your service provider (Symbio Networks in this case) to request the number be blocked at the network level
• Report on Reverseau: Add your own report about 0870838065 to help other Australians identify this number and protect the community
• Register with Do Not Call: If you receive unsolicited marketing calls, register your number with the Do Not Call Register at donotcall.gov.au to reduce future contact

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