This was a call from someone pretending to be O2, saying that my SIM card was going to expire in two days because they've merged with Virgin Media. Definitely a scam.
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Called about "sales", but likely a scam.
Unknown number which appeared as "Suspected Scam" on my phone so I didn't answer. They didn't leave a message. Time of call: 11:23.
Unknown number, not answered, not important enough to leave a message. Time: 1115.
Had a call from this number supposedly from O2 and needing to send a new sim card due to merger with Virgin Media. Need my details to send the new sim with my phone going to switch off in two days. Assumed scam.
Called saying its from EE. Scam.
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- UK format: 020 8102 8837
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Number details
- Number type: Landline
- Number range allocated to: Gamma Telecom Holdings Limited
- Area: London
- Area code: 020