Imagine receiving a silent ring that soon morphs into a scripted pitch about compulsory face masks, gloves and sanitiser, followed by a request for your address and bank details. This pattern matches a well‑known PPE scam that preys on anxiety and the elderly. Never share personal or financial information with an unsolicited caller, especially when they claim government authority. Hang up, block the number and report it to Action Fraud or your phone provider. Keep a log of the call time and wording, and verify any alleged mandates on official websites before taking action. Regularly update your call‑blocking settings to reduce future disturbances.
Multiple silent calls originating from 0208 area codes disconnect immediately after pickup.
I received a call claiming I'd been charged with tax evasion and was instructed to press '1' to hear the charges
Reported to Action Fraud: City of London police targeting elderly individuals in lockdown, falsely offering masks, gloves, and gel, and requesting personal and financial details. It's a scam.
This number poses a threat. It targets senior citizens in London, attempting to sell face masks and sanitizer. The caller requested banking information for a payment of £29
This number is attempting to sell PPI and is asking for bank details.
02080402745 is a virus and PPE scam. They asked for my bank details.
SCAM!! After seeing the post from 16/04 about what to do if we get these calls. Yep - will do. Let''s stop these scum!!!
This number is a scam. They pretend to offer COVID-19 advice and mention sending protective gear for £29, then ask for bank details.
STAY ALERT!! A call came in this morning from 02080402745 advising to wear face masks as per government guidelines and to press 1 !! SCAM!
This number, along with others, targets various topics like PPI, bank fraud, 'medications,' and now Covid-19. It's best to ignore and report them.
They asked for my address and bank detalis to send protective gloves and a mask.
This number was recently flagged in a local Facebook group for attempting to sell face masks, which aligns with other comments here. I’m reporting it to ensure the map reflects its activity in Powys.
Received a call from this number, but there was silence when I answered. Attempting to call back resulted in a 'number not recognized' message.
Recorded message said HMG is requiring face masks and offered to sell them for a fee. Another obvious scam from scammers.
A silent call was made by an automated system.
They claim the government has recommended wearing face masks and are selling them.
Beware of 02080402745—a frightening scam pretending to be from the government, pressuring you to buy a mask. Hang up right away!
At 17:10 on 17/04/2020, I answered 0208 040 2745 but there was complete silence. I've now blocked this number.
I just received a call from 02080402745 claiming it's now mandatory to wear a face mask outdoors and to press 1 to order one. There's no such law, and a face mask alone won't protect you without proper PPE. Beware of these scammers.
Fraudsters attempting to peddle face masks!!!!
