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Community reports for 08 7371 2360 (0873712360): Fake parcel delivery impersonation and prerecorded robocalls in Chinese. Multiple contributors report suspicious activity from this South Australian number.
Parcel Delivery and Robocall Scam Reports for 08 7371 2360
Three contributors have reported suspicious activity from 08 7371 2360 (also written as 0873712360), a Salisbury-based local service number in South Australia. The reports reveal a pattern combining parcel delivery impersonation with prerecorded robocalls, tactics commonly used in delivery-related scams targeting Australian households.
Two of the incidents reported involved scam attempts, while one appeared to be a classic robocall pattern. Contributors have flagged the number for blocking after receiving these unwanted contacts.
What Callers from 08 7371 2360 Claim
One contributor who answered a call from 0873712360 reported the caller impersonated Australia Post, claiming a parcel needed to be received. The contributor noted the call was particularly suspicious because they are located in South Australia but the alleged parcel was supposedly in Queensland - an immediate red flag indicating the caller had no legitimate knowledge of their actual situation.
A separate report about 08 7371 2360 describes a prerecorded voicemail message mostly in Chinese that started partway through the message, suggesting it was triggered as the call connected rather than left as a deliberate voicemail. This pattern is typical of automated robocall systems that dial multiple numbers simultaneously and trigger recordings when someone answers or the call goes to voicemail.
Call Patterns and Timing
The reports from 08 7371 2360 span recent dates in late May, with activity occurring both during evening hours (10:25 PM, 3:28 AM) and missed call patterns. One contributor reported the classic one-ring robocall pattern on 20 May, where the number rings once then disconnects - a common tactic used to prompt return calls or confirm active phone numbers for later targeting.
All three contributors from 0873712360 reported the calls unprompted, indicating they recognised the activity as suspicious enough to warrant immediate action. The mixed tactics (parcel impersonation, prerecorded messages, one-ring calls) suggest either multiple scammers using the same number or a coordinated campaign rotating different approaches.
What to Do If You Receive a Call from 08 7371 2360
If 08 7371 2360 contacts you:
- Do not: Answer unknown numbers or return the call, engage with parcel delivery claims without verification, provide any personal or payment information
- Do: Let calls go to voicemail, immediately block the number if it calls repeatedly, verify any parcel claims by contacting Australia Post directly on 13 13 18 or through their official website auspost.com.au
- If you do answer: Hang up immediately if the caller claims to be from Australia Post or any delivery service, then verify the claim through official channels before taking any action
How to Report 08 7371 2360
If you receive unwanted calls or SMS messages from 08 7371 2360 (0873712360), report the number through these Australian government resources:
- Report to the ACMA (Australian Communications and Media Authority) at acma.gov.au - document the date, time, and nature of the call
- Lodge a report with Scamwatch at scamwatch.gov.au, including details about what the caller claimed
- If the call involved a parcel delivery claim, report it to Australia Post at auspost.com.au/about-us/reporting-scams
- Block the number on your phone to prevent future contact
- Report the number to Reverseau to help other Australians identify suspicious activity from 08 7371 2360
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What Our Users Reviewed
Shows as calling from Salisbury, South Australia - don't know anyone there.
Left a prerecorded voicemail - which starts halfway through, as it had already started playing before connecting. The voicemail is mostly in Chinese.
Blocked.
Pre-recorded voicemail mostly in another language starting mid-way through, sounds dodgy
Rang pretending to be from the post office wanting me to receive a parcel, weird because I'm in SA and don't know anyone in QLD
One ring from this mob, no message, classic robocall pattern
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WRITE A REVIEWFrequently Asked Questions
Why did 08 7371 2360 leave a voicemail in Chinese?
One contributor reported a prerecorded voicemail from 0873712360 mostly in Chinese that started partway through the message. This pattern is typical of automated robocall systems that contact thousands of numbers simultaneously. The system likely triggered a generic recording when the call connected to voicemail, regardless of the recipient's language or relevance. These prerecorded messages are often used to verify active phone numbers for sale on dark web databases rather than deliver a genuine message.
Is 08 7371 2360 really from Australia Post?
No. A contributor who answered a call from 08 7371 2360 reported the caller claimed to be from Australia Post but stated a parcel was waiting in Queensland while the recipient was in South Australia - a clear indication the caller had no legitimate knowledge of the situation. This is a common impersonation tactic. Australia Post will never cold-call you about a parcel; they'll send an SMS or notification through auspost.com.au. Always verify parcel claims by calling Australia Post directly on 13 13 18 rather than calling back a number that contacted you.
What does the one-ring call from 0873712360 mean?
A contributor reported receiving a one-ring call from 08 7371 2360 with no message - a classic robocall pattern. This tactic serves two purposes: it confirms to scammers that your number is active and monitored, and it's designed to trick you into calling back out of curiosity, which triggers premium-rate charges or connects you to a scam operation. Do not return calls from unfamiliar numbers, especially if they only rang once.
Should I be worried if 08 7371 2360 has my details?
Yes. A contributor noted that the caller from 0873712360 who impersonated Australia Post was suspicious partly because they already knew personal details. This suggests the number may be connected to an operation using data from a breach or purchased from data brokers. You should monitor your accounts for suspicious activity and consider changing passwords for important services like banking and email. Report the call to the ACMA at acma.gov.au so authorities can track this number's use.
Why does 0873712360 show as Salisbury, South Australia?
The number 08 7371 2360 is allocated as a local service number in Salisbury, SA through Symbio Networks. However, scammers regularly spoof or use local numbers to appear legitimate and increase the chance you'll answer. The fact that it's registered to South Australia doesn't mean the actual caller is in SA - they could be anywhere in Australia or overseas. Never assume a number is legitimate based on its location code.
How do I block 08 7371 2360 on my phone?
On most Australian phones, you can block 0873712360 by: opening your call history, finding the number 08 7371 2360, pressing and holding it, and selecting 'Block' or 'Add to blocklist'. For iPhones, tap the (i) icon next to the number and select 'Block this Caller'. For Android, select 'Block number'. Once blocked, calls from 08 7371 2360 will go directly to voicemail. You can also report the number to your phone provider for additional filtering at the network level.