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003097

☎️ 003097 👆 is not a valid (Unknown) United Kingdom Phone Number. It has a prefix of 97.

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+3097+30 9797+30-97

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tps india telephone preference service jessica russell uk gilbert prevention madden ryan bt

TimeLine of events for phone number 003097

  • Scam call from "UK service"
    Jun
    2017
  • Frequent unwanted phone calls
    May
    2017
  • Unknown male from India called
    Apr
    2017
  • Received silent scam cold call
    Apr
    2017
  • Indian man government nuisance call
    Apr
    2017
  • Scam call asking for details
    Apr
    2017
  • Reported scam call from TPS
    Apr
    2017
  • Receiving repeated unwanted calls
    Mar
    2017
  • Received silent call, possibly dangerous
    Mar
    2017
  • Requesting identity of unknown caller
    Mar
    2017
  • Frequent unwanted calls, seeking solutions
    Mar
    2017
  • Ongoing unresolved issue with telemarketing
    Mar
    2017
  • Unsolicited call from weird number
    Mar
    2017
  • Struggling with BT Call Blocker
    Nov
    2016
  • Suspicious call from "Gilbert", possible scam
    Nov
    2016
  • Annoying Indian accent during call
    Nov
    2016
  • Negative feedback, avoid responding further
    Nov
    2016
  • Received nuisance call from scammer
    Nov
    2016
  • Discovered number was a scam
    Oct
    2016
  • Receiving call about TPS registration
    Oct
    2016
  • Warning about Indian debit card scam
    Oct
    2016
  • Caller attempted payment scam, be cautious
    Oct
    2016
  • Scam call about debit card details
    Oct
    2016
  • Communication issue with customer service
    Oct
    2016
  • Possible scam targeting pensioners in UK
    Oct
    2016
  • Scammers posing as call service
    Oct
    2016
  • Received scam call, nobody responded
    Oct
    2016
  • Experiencing multiple unwanted phone calls
    Sep
    2016
  • Ignoring scam call from India
    Sep
    2016
  • Frequent calls, but no conversation
    Sep
    2016
  • User received nuisance call, hung up
    Sep
    2016
  • Avoid; they requested personal information
    Sep
    2016
  • Unwanted overseas call from scammer
    Sep
    2016
  • Suspicious call from fake number
    Sep
    2016
  • Received suspicious call, hung up
    Aug
    2016
  • Mystery call from unknown number
    Aug
    2016
  • Received nuisance call, potential scam
    Aug
    2016
  • Blocked number after reading comments
    Aug
    2016
  • Skeptical of legitimacy, laughed off
    Aug
    2016
  • Caller falsely claims TPS service
    Aug
    2016
  • Scam call, ignored and laughed
    Aug
    2016
  • Repeated calls indicate possible scam
    Aug
    2016
  • Ignored strange number, answer machine
    Aug
    2016
  • Unwanted call from suspicious number
    Aug
    2016
  • Beware of fake "Windows support" scammers
    Aug
    2016
  • Issues hearing Asian sounding man
    Aug
    2016
  • Scammer with poor communication skills
    Aug
    2016
  • Received spammy cold call solicitation
    Aug
    2016
  • Unwanted call with accent annoyance
    Aug
    2016
  • Not enough information given
    Aug
    2016
  • Constant nuisance calls, amusing response
    Jul
    2016
  • Missed call from mystery number
    Jul
    2016
  • Scam calls frustrate, report harassment
    Jul
    2016
  • Received multiple calls, no answer
    Jul
    2016
  • Suggests computer needs repair
    Jul
    2016
  • Mysterious silent phone call experienced
    Jul
    2016
  • Unanswered call after saying hello
    Jul
    2016
  • Questioning unnecessary numbers in telecommunications
    Jul
    2016
  • Lost internet connection after call
    Jul
    2016
  • Frustration with silent phone call
    Jul
    2016
  • Issue with voice call pickup
    Jul
    2016
  • Asked for personal info, realized scam
    Jul
    2016
  • Unsolicited TPS scam call experience
    Jun
    2016
  • Suspicious Asian-sounding lady offering service
    Jun
    2016
  • Receiving multiple calls from number
    Jun
    2016
  • Silent, annoying ringing from number
    Jun
    2016
Number Of Searches: 636 Number Of Comments: 62 First Seen: 12 June 2016 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Castletump(Gloucestershire), Dennington(Suffolk), Gotherington(Gloucestershire), Springthorpe(Lincolnshire) and Stone Heath(Staffordshire).

003097 has 62 comments of which 41 x neutral and 19 x negative and 2 x positive

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003097 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 003097 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance and scam call originating from an international number, often displaying an Indian or South Asian accent. Callers falsely claim affiliation with official bodies like the Telephone Preference Service (TPS) or government departments, using sophisticated tactics such as providing personal information to gain trust. They pressure recipients to confirm sensitive bank or card details under pretexts like call blocking services or direct debit verification. Many report frequent silent or abandoned calls, aggressive behaviour, and attempts to sell bogus services, causing significant distress, especially to older individuals. Blocking efforts may be ineffective due to call spoofing and repeated attempts. It is strongly advised not to engage, never disclose personal data, and report the calls to relevant authorities.

Reports on phone number 003097

9 years
I got a call from a lady with an Indian accent claiming to be from some UK call blocking service, saying my number was getting loads of unwanted calls. When I told her that the calls seemed to be coming from people like herself, she just told me to "shut up" and hung up. Totally rude!
UK
9 years
Unpleasant phone calls.
9 years
Like I said earlier, a bloke with an Indian accent said he was from some nuisance complaint team. He asked if he was talking to "that name" and said the number was wrong. I told him no, then ended the call. He called straight back and my missus picked up, but she hung up on him as well.
9 years
Today, I received a cold call from this number that turned out to be a scam. Despite my repeated hellos, nobody responded on the other end. Eventually, the call ended with an automated farewell message.
9 years
Got a call from an Indian guy with a heavy accent saying he was from some government dept about nuisance calls. When I told him he himself was a nuisance, he asked how I knew, so I just said I did and put the phone down.
9 years
Today I got a call from 003097, the guy claimed to be from the Tps international call centre. He somehow knew my number and even my address. Then he said I pay my phone bill by direct debit and asked for my card info. I told him straight up I’d never share my card details. He quickly just hung up, sounded like he was some asian bloke.
TPS
9 years
I received a phone call today from someone claiming to be from TPS. They informed me that they were intercepting calls originating from India. The individual spoke with an Indian accent and began asking about my bank cards. I quickly ended the call as it seemed like a scam.
TPSIndia
9 years
They have called three times already. I refuse to answer their calls.
9 years
Got a silent ring from this 003097 number. No clue if it’s sketchy, some kind of nuisance or just harmless. Feels like a complete waste of time. Guess whoever was behind it now knows someone’s actually answering. Really hope these calls get stopped soon.
9 years
This number rang me twice throughout the day and promptly disconnected when I inquired about their identity. Could someone shed some light on who might be trying to get in touch with me?
9 years
This number keeps calling me twice every day. Whenever I pick up, they just end the call straight away. Is there any way to take legal action or stop these annoying folks from bothering people? Would love to see them get shut down or face consequences.
9 years
My dad gets this same call all the time! They always ask for some Mr ###y, and even when I pick up, I ask which Mr ###y they want. The bloke with an indian accent doesn’t even know the name of the house or flat! It’s clearly a scam. I’ve told them to piss off loads of times but it keeps happening for months now. Tried using BT 1572 to block these annoying calls but it doesn’t work at all. Calls like this should be banned, just like those spam texts from sites you never signed up for!
9 years
24/03/2017 Got a random call from some odd number starting with 003097. No one said a word. Looks like a scam to me!!
10 years
I’ve tried blocking this number but somehow it still gets through my BT Call blocker, really annoying!
10 years
Got a call from 'Gilbert' on 003097, no one spoke before a weird pause. Said he was from some Call Prevention unit. This is the second time in a week they’ve called me. Last time I didn’t confirm my number and they hung up straight away! Like, they just rang me so how wouldn’t they know it? Today, as soon as I asked who was calling I just ended the call. Did a quick google search and yup, it looks like a total scam.
GilbertPrevention
10 years
Totally pointless, just ignore it.
10 years
Got a nuisance call from someone with an Indian accent yet again. Funny enough, they began rambling about unwanted marketing calls themselves. Played along for a bit but got fed up and told him to piss off, or something like that.
10 years
Got a call from a bloke with an Asian accent asking if I still get nuisance calls. I told him I must do since he managed to get through. He said he was working with the TPS, but I told him that was total rubbish. He got really annoyed, so I just ended the call. Then that cheeky sod rang back, but I just let it go to voicemail.
Telephone Preference Service
10 years
After digging a bit deeper into this number, I found out it's tied to some dodgy dealings, so I've decided to blacklist it moving forward.
10 years
Dont pick up if this number rings, its a rip off where some bloke from India says your debit card linked to your phone bill is about to run out and then tries to nick your new card info.
10 years
Please avoid answering any calls coming from this particular number, as it appears to be associated with a scam. In this fraudulent scheme, an individual from India will attempt to deceive you by claiming that your debit card, used for direct debit payments towards your phone bill, is nearing its expiration date. This person will then proceed to request your new card details, which is highly suspicious and should not be provided.
India
10 years
Got some bloke from India on the line, hardly spoke any English but he caught on quickly when I told him he was a bloody liar for not explaining how they deal with TPS. Honestly, it does me a world of good to be as rude and nasty as I can to these slimy cheats, you lot should give it a go.
TPS
10 years
Received a call from an Indian lady who seemed particularly focused on persuading pensioners to sign up for a call blocking service priced at £29. She was quite persistent and tried to get my card information. Definitely felt like a scam to me!
10 years
I received a phone call this evening from someone claiming to be a call blocking service. They stated that they were updating their system and mentioned being affiliated with TPS. They mentioned my name and asked me to confirm it, followed by confirming my address. While this information can easily be found online, things took a bizarre turn when they asked me to verify my identity by sharing my card type and expiry date. Not only did they get this information wrong, but I immediately became suspicious and hung up without complying. It's most likely that they were scammers. Please be cautious if you find yourself in a similar situation.
TPS
10 years
I got a phone call from this number, but when I picked up, there was no response. After a few seconds, the call ended abruptly. Upon checking this website, it is quite evident that this caller is involved in fraudulent activities, just like most others are.
10 years
I’ve received three silent calls from these nuisances today!
10 years
Some bloke from India rang claiming to be from the call blocking team. I told him I wasn’t interested and just ended the call! I’m guessing it’s just another dodgy scam like most of the calls I get.
India
10 years
They have called multiple times, but when we answer they immediately terminate the call.
10 years
This bloke was asking if I was gettin' loads of nuisance calls. I told him "Yep, getting one from you right this minute." Then he goes, "Well why are you still listening then, why not just hang up?" and I immediately just cut him off! Honestly, feel bad for these guys who have to do this annoying job botherin' folks at their own houses!
10 years
They requested that I verify my bank details, name, and address. Instead, I provided them with inaccurate information. It is best to avoid such requests.
10 years
Got a call earlier today from a woman using the number 003097, asking for a Mr MADDEN. Problem is, he doesn’t live here, never has. I told her to remove me from her list. Mentioned I’m registered with the TPS, and she said that doesn’t stop calls from abroad, then asked if I wanted to block those too. Then it hit me - it was a total scam. I ended the call and quickly activated the blocking on my phone. Why do these scammers keep operating? It’s so frustrating!
MaddenTelephone Preference Service
10 years
My partner got a call while I was out, they said it was about unwanted calls and asked if I could ring back on 02030510985 (Jessica Russell). When I got back and dialled, it sounded like a travel agency but nobody called Jessica worked there. Using 1471 showed the number as 003097, so it's clearly a fake caller ID.
Jessica Russell
10 years
Picked up the call but they just dropped it right away. I thought it was a bit odd since the number didn’t even have the right amount of digits.
10 years
Got a call from 003097 just now, they wanted me to confirm my info as they said my TPS subscription was ending soon. I just ended the call straight away.
TPS
10 years
Just got a call from some guy who said his name was Ryan, sounded Asian or something, and he asked if I was still getting loads of annoying calls? I told him "Yeah, especially from folks like you!" and hung up straight away. Glad I ended the call once I saw what others have said here.
Ryan
10 years
I received a phone call from you this morning at 10 o'clock. However, I chose not to answer as I had already read all of your comments. I would like to express my gratitude to everyone for alerting me. As a result, I have now added your number to my block list.
10 years
Got a call from an Asian woman on 003097 claiming she collaborated with TPS to stop nuisance calls forever on my landline (bit strange, right?). I told her she was talking nonsense. She tried to give me a number to call to verify her story but I told her straight up this was an old con and she was just a liar and a thief. I finished the call by having a laugh at her.
TPS
10 years
The person had a strong Asian accent and there was a delay in his responses. He claimed he was contacting me to renew my TPS service because it was about to run out. He asked me to verify my information. I told him TPS never expire and I wasn’t about to share any of my info. He kept trying to persuade me he was legit, but I just ended the call. It's shocking that folks still fall for these scams - they’re really easy to spot.
10 years
A lady of Asian origin approached me, asserting that she was working in collaboration with the Telephone Preference service to prevent bothersome phone calls on my landline. I expressed my skepticism and dismissed her claim. She offered a phone number for me to verify her credibility, but I informed her that this was a well-known fraudulent scheme, and accused her of being a dishonest thief. Ultimately, I found her attempts amusing and concluded the call with a laugh.
10 years
This phone number has called three times today, clearly attempting to deceive.
10 years
This number popped up on my landline but looked a bit strange 003097 or sumthin! So I just let it ring out. I try not to answer if I don’t know who it is, plus if it’s really important, the answerphone will catch it anyway.
10 years
I received a call from a lady with an Asian accent who said she could block nuisance calls. However, I never asked for such a call, and the number she called from was not a valid number. Therefore, I politely requested her to end the call and stop wasting both of our time. After my request, she quickly hung up on me.
10 years
I got a call from 003097, one of the loads of scam calls I get from people pretending to be "windows support" agents. Usually the number is longer, but the same scam was going on. Like someone else said before, there's often a delay of a few seconds after you pick up before anyone talks. I think that's because they use automated systems to ring random numbers, and the scammers sometimes take a while to answer through their headsets. Watch out for these lot - they’ll try to con you with stories about your computer having viruses and offer to fix it for money.
10 years
I received multiple phone calls today, on the 9th of August 2016. Some calls did not go through, but eventually I spoke to a man with an Asian accent. Unfortunately, it was challenging to understand him due to a poor connection. He discussed something related to computer security, which was quite suspicious and seemed like a scam.
10 years
I got calls from an asian sounding bloke, tough to understand, was talking about offline computer security or whatnot. Rang me a few times, sometimes no one answered or they just stayed silent.
10 years
Had a lady with an asian accent ring me about blocking nuisance calls (bit funny that). When I asked who she was with, all she did was repeat the same few lines. Then she wanted me to confirm my details, so I just hung up. About half a minute later, she called back, I let her start talking and then I ended the call again.
10 years
I received a call from someone with an Asian accent, potentially from India or Pakistan, who inquired about speaking to the owner of my phone number. I politely explained that they would be unable to do so and asked them to end the conversation in a brief and assertive manner.
IndiaPakistan
10 years
I frequently receive calls from this particular number with an Indian or Pakistani voice on the other end. It's quite difficult to distinguish between them. Regardless, these calls are quite bothersome. However, I have managed to have some fun by misleading them. I told them that my computer didn't have an "any key," which amused me greatly. They became quite frustrated with my response.
10 years
I have been receiving three calls today and I feel quite bothered by it.
10 years
Got a couple of calls today from 003097 but nobody said a word. My missus had to come fetch me to let me know it kept ringing. I tried 1471 and nailed the number. The 00 bit caught my eye. I do call loads of numbers starting with 00, but they’re normally longer and there’s usually someone there. Bit creepy when you’re alone and no one’s there to answer.
10 years
Could you please repair your computer, sir?
10 years
We apologize for any inconvenience caused, but we noticed that you might be experiencing security issues with your computer. This information has been escalated to a supervisor. I receive similar calls, usually from different numbers, about 2 to 6 times per month. Currently, the number is 003097. If I have spare time, I sometimes engage with these callers to frustrate them and waste their time, just as they have been doing to me. It tends to anger them when they realize they are being strung along. However, I also consider the impact these scammers have on elderly individuals they target for harassment. Whenever possible, I report these calls to the authorities.
10 years
What’s up with 003097? What kinda number is that even??? Why doesn't BT just block these annoying numbers already??
BT
10 years
I picked up the phone and as soon as I said hello, there was dead silence before they just ended the call.
10 years
No sound on the other end.
10 years
Picked up the call and all I heard was random static, then they ended it. Feels like someone might be messing with my phone to access my computer, coz my internet went down not long after.
10 years
Another one of those quiet calls. Are these pests not able to be caught or something?
10 years
Nothing said when I answered, just silence. After a pause, the caller ended the call. Tried 1471 and got 003097 as the number.
10 years
They asked me to confirm my address and then said they’d connect me to a supervisor. After I gave them my name and address, which was in Berkshire, they started asking for my bank info. That’s when I realised it was a scam and just hung up.
10 years
Got a call from a lady who sounded Asian, really talkative and said she was from the telephone preference service (TPS). It was hard to understand her ‘cause of this annoying echo delay. She kept saying she could help stop nuisance calls but it all felt dodgy, so I just ended the call. Then she called me again from another number: 00130355501, same voice for sure, but I didn’t pick up and cut it off.
10 years
got a bunch of calls one after another from this number!
10 years
I've been getting silent calls from this number, and it’s really quite irritating!

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