Scam/Fraud
7 months ago
phone says "Potential Fraud" so don't pick up lads
Community overview
Community rating:
Negative
3 user reports
First reported 10 Jan 2026
·
Last reported
7 months
ago
User Reports (3)
Scam/Fraud
7 months ago
I couldn’t understand what they were saying but I think they were talking about upgrading something
Scam/Fraud
7 months ago
My phone keeps saying it is potential fraud whenever the number calls, avoid picking up.
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Number formats
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Number details
- Number type: Landline
- Number range allocated to: Colt Technology Services
- Area: Manchester
- Area code: 0161