scam askiing for to much info
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Said was from Pc world, told him couldn’t understand him and thought I’d misheard and told him to go away as never asked for anyone to ring me
Never left a voice mail, probably another scammer trying their luck.
Called me pushed me to buy phoneline
Said was from Curry/PC World and had smartphone deals.
Opened call by saying. Hi this is Vodafone your mobile supplier. Nope you aren’t Hung up and blocked caller
Indian accent guy trying to sell "phone plans" - scam, avoid.
When i Ask how did you get my number he end of call
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Number formats
- UK format: 0161 524 2017
- International: +44 161 524 2017
Number details
- Number type: Landline
- Number range allocated to: Twilio Ireland Limited
- Area: Manchester
- Area code: 0161