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01208227317

☎️ 01208227317 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Gamma Telecom Holdings Ltd. It is part of the phone block 120822 with a prefix of 01208. The area code 01208 originates from Bodmin.

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01208227317

  • Unexpected scam regarding late father
    Jun
    2022
  • John, medical alert scammer, persistent
    Jun
    2022
  • Received scam call from unknown number
    Jun
    2022
  • Telemarketing calls with no answer
    Jun
    2022
  • Missed call with no message
    Jun
    2022
  • Report scams, don't block numbers
    Jun
    2022
  • Report scam numbers to authorities
    Jun
    2022
  • Report scam attempts to authorities
    Jun
    2022
  • Cold call scam, hung up quickly
    Jun
    2022
  • Received unwanted call about pendant
    Jun
    2022
  • Contact center where call disconnected
    Jun
    2022
  • Call auto disconnected, likely scam
    Jun
    2022
  • Unanswered call, suspicious of scam
    Jun
    2022
  • Potential scam call, no message
    Jun
    2022
  • Difficulty understanding Indian accent over phone
    Jun
    2022
  • Missed call, no voicemail left
    Jun
    2022
  • Questionable market research practices, legality
    Jun
    2022
  • Medical alert devices are important
    Jun
    2022
  • Likely a nuisance call, unhelpful
    Jun
    2022
  • This comment is not relevant
    Jun
    2022
  • Unknown number calls, no response
    Jun
    2022
  • Suspected scam call with silence
    Jun
    2022
  • Unknown caller, likely a scam
    Jun
    2022
  • Silence on call, hung up
    Jun
    2022
  • Caller hung up when answered
    Jun
    2022
  • Missed call, no voicemail left
    Jun
    2022
  • Struggling to move on emotionally
    Jun
    2022
  • Ignored, blocked a suspicious number
    Jun
    2022
  • Caller hung up on pickup
    Jun
    2022
  • Received hang up phone call
    Jun
    2022
  • Unidentified caller, suspicious silence reported
    Jun
    2022
  • Medic alert - medical emergency notification
    Jun
    2022
  • Reported dangerous scam call
    Jun
    2022
  • Offered free medical alert watch
    Jun
    2022
  • Challenged wrong number; possible data sale
    May
    2022
  • Missed call, didn't pick up
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious call ignored, likely scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Requested to include information in post
    Apr
    2022
  • Repetitive questions from John
    Apr
    2022
  • Scam number, blocked it
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious call from alleged company
    Apr
    2022
  • Received suspicious call from 01208227317
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious of medical alert offer
    Apr
    2022
  • Beware of medical alert scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Hung up after age question
    Apr
    2022
  • User believes in medical fraud
    Apr
    2022
  • Unanswered call, potential scam alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited medical alert pendant offer
    Apr
    2022
  • Questioned eligibility for medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Questioned Medical Alert Pendants, realized scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Received call offering medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Beware of no-cost alert scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Ignoring scam medical alert call
    Apr
    2022
  • Ignoring unwanted medical alert pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspected scam regarding medical device
    Apr
    2022
  • Phone call about possible scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious call advertising free pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited scam medical alert offer
    Apr
    2022
  • Unknown caller rang repeatedly at home
    Apr
    2022
  • Unknown caller, pestering with long calls
    Apr
    2022
  • Polite young man offered suspicious deal
    Apr
    2022
  • Polite offer, but likely scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Question about medical alert pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Request for medical alert information, declined
    Apr
    2022
  • Fake medical alert; random caller
    Apr
    2022
  • Fake medical alert pendant scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious interaction with medical pendant seller
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious interaction with medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Possible scam using medical pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious cold call, possible scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Cold calls for medical devices.
    Apr
    2022
  • Cold calling for medical devices
    Apr
    2022
  • Question about medical alert age
    Apr
    2022
  • Questioned invasive age question. Deflected appropriately
    Apr
    2022
  • Reported unwanted call about medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Call regarding medical alert pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Caller offers medical alarm, listener hesitant
    Apr
    2022
  • Unwanted sales call declining politely
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited call offering medical device
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited call from medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Unfamiliar sender, no message received
    Apr
    2022
  • Unknown sender, no new information
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspected scam posing as Medical Alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Offered pendant for customers over 50
    Apr
    2022
  • Eligible, FOC pendant, confusing interaction
    Apr
    2022
  • Previous comments offered pendant etc
    Apr
    2022
  • Concern about medical records shared
    Apr
    2022
Number Of Searches: 154 Number Of Comments: 82 First Seen: 24 April 2022 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Bowland Bridge(Cumbria), Long Ditton(Surrey) and Pickup Bank(Lancashire).

01208227317 has 82 comments of which 29 x negative and 53 x neutral

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01208227317 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01208227317 👆 is reported as a persistent scam originating from a dubious caller claiming to offer “free” medical alert pendants, primarily targeting those over 50. The caller often identifies as John or Chris from a non-existent "Medical Alert" company and requests personal information, including age and health status, before abruptly ending calls when questioned. Many recipients report silence or abrupt hang-ups upon answering, with no legitimate company details provided. Concerns have been raised about potential misuse of personal and medical data. Blocking the number is common but deemed ineffective due to frequent changes of fake numbers. Users are advised not to engage or return calls, and to report incidents to official fraud authorities to help law enforcement monitor and tackle these widespread scams.

Reports on phone number 01208227317

4 years
I got a call from someone claiming to be from BT saying my late dad was owed shares he hadn’t claimed. Seemed like a total scam to me.
BT
4 years
Had a call from a bloke named John, said he was with some medical alert service. Really pushy and felt like a total scam. Watch out for that one.
John
4 years
Yesterday I got a call from this number, and it was some automated voice asking me to press a button to say who I was. It wasn’t someone saved in my contacts, and it felt really dodgy. I think it’s a scam, so watch out if you get calls like this!
BT Caller
4 years
Been getting loads of calls from this number all day long, but when I answer, there’s absolutely no one there. Happening here in the Neath area. Proper annoying!
Neath
4 years
This number, 01208 227317, called me but didn’t leave any voicemail. I usually check all my incoming calls by letting the answerphone pick up first.
4 years
I got a call on my landline from the number 01208227317. A man answered and said if you're over 50, you could get a complimentary Health Pendant. I told him I wasn’t interested at all, and he just said alright and ended the call.
4 years
Sounds like some call centre from who knows where. There was a bit of quiet before I realised what it was. Ended the call straight away.
4 years
Got a call from someone pushing a 'free' health pendant. When I asked how they even managed to get my number, they just disconnected. Seems dodgy, probably one of those sales scams.
4 years
I got a call from 01208227317, but when I picked up, no one spoke and then they just ended the call.
4 years
I didn’t pick up the call and they didn’t bother leaving a voicemail or anything.
4 years
I didn’t pick up, seems like it’s probably just some annoying spam from what folks are saying here.
4 years
Got cut off before I even picked up, no voicemail or anything left behind.
4 years
Got a call from this number earlier and there was just silence on the other end, so i'm pretty sure it's one of those scam calls... Bit of a letdown really cause i usually enjoy messing with them and dragging out the call for a good while...
4 years
Health Warning
Health
4 years
I got a call from some Market Research folks. They kept trying to dig up info from me. When I asked how they even got my home number, they just clammed up and wouldn’t say. Isn't that against the law or something?
Market Research Centre
4 years
Got a call on my landline from an unfamiliar number, picked up but there was nothing on the other end then the call just dropped. Looked up the number afterwards and turns out it’s marked as a SCAM.
4 years
I didn’t pick up the call. After checking the number through a few reverse lookup sites, I figured it was probably a scam.
4 years
As soon as I picked up, they just ended the call on me.
4 years
I didnt pick up and just hung up spose its a scam since there was no voicemail.
4 years
The phone rang but I didn’t even pick up before they hung up. I looked up the number and after seeing what others said about it, I’ve decided to block it.
4 years
Didn’t get any voicemail, pretty sure it was a scam.
4 years
Had a call from a lady with an Indian accent, but honestly, I really struggled to get what she was saying.
4 years
Answered the call but all I got was quiet, so I just ended the call.
4 years
I just ended the call straight away.
4 years
When I picked up, the caller from 01208227317 just ended the call straight away.
4 years
I answered the call but there was nobody there, seemed like one of those dodgy scammers to me. Wouldnt be surprised if it's one of those risky scam calls!
4 years
Got a call about being eligible for a free medical alert watch, but I just ended the call straight away.
4 years
Someone rang but wouldn’t say who they were... just an awkward silence, felt a bit off!
4 years
I picked up and the person just ended the call right away.
4 years
This bloke called himself John. I asked him straight up how he got hold of my number but he just kept quiet, so I just ended the call. Probably some dodgy NHS scheme selling people’s medical info or summat.
JohnNHS
4 years
I chose not to pick up the phone.
4 years
This number isn't saved in our contacts. We're unlisted, so I'm guessing it's just some random cold call, maybe even a scam. Didn't bother answering.
4 years
I told him to just send it through the post, but he kept pushing and wouldn’t let it go!
4 years
Just like everyone else, this John bloke kept on askin the exact same questions over and over.
John
4 years
I got a call from someone selling medical alert pendants and when they asked if I was over 50, I said no. Right after that, they just hung up without saying anything else. I had already heard about these sorts of calls, so I knew it was a scam trying to get personal info and bank details.
4 years
Got a call from 01208 227317 earlier today. The bloke who answered said his name was John and claimed my details suggested I might qualify for a free medical alert button. When I asked him how he got my info, he quickly hung up with a "have a nice day." Feels like a dodgy scam preying on folks who might be unwell or vulnerable. From what I understand, genuine emergency alert systems are always connected to local, trustworthy providers and usually charge a fee. Definitely wouldn’t trust this one.
John
4 years
I just got a phone call from 01208 227317. A bloke named John told me my info showed I might qualify for a free medical alert button. When I asked him where he got my details, he hung up suddenly, saying “have a nice day”. This seems like a dodgy scam, preying on people who might be unwell or vulnerable. From what I understand, these emergency alert devices always come with a fee and are connected to legitimate local services, so this call’s definitely suspicious.
John
4 years
No message was left, so I looked it up here and it's pretty clear this number is dodgy... I've gone ahead and blocked it.
4 years
This was clearly a health-related scam.
4 years
They were offering a 'Medical Alert' pendant supposedly free for older folks.

Sounds dodgy to me, probably a scam trying to grab your card details under the pretense of shipping or something like that.

The genuine 'Medic Alert' folks have a phone number starting with 01908, so watch out!
4 years
Just like a few others mentioned here, they didn’t say any company name. They were pushing some 'free medical alert pendant'. The first thing they asked was if I was over 50. They claimed someone gave them my number, thinking I might qualify. I asked who exactly had passed on my details, but they dodged the question and just kept going with their script. Honestly, I’d watch out for this one. Feels like a scam to me.
4 years
Like a few others have said, they never told me what company they were from. They were trying to give me a ‘free medical alert pendant.’ First thing they asked was if I was over 50. When I asked who gave them my number, they dodged the question and just kept going with their spiel. Honestly, this feels dodgy to me. Watch out, I reckon it’s a scam.
4 years
Some bloke called me, really polite and all, saying I could get a free medical alert watch or a necklace thing. I kept asking how much it would be, turns out it’s 99p every day. That adds up to over £3,200 a year - way too pricey in my book. Then he asked for my bank details, but I told him no way am I giving out that info on the phone. Feels dodgy to me, probably a scam.
4 years
This afternoon I got a call from someone named 'JOHN' claiming to be a medical rep offering a medical alert. He asked if I was over 60, and I just said that was private info and hung up. Right as I was ending the call, he quickly said sorry for disturbing me. Don’t let his polite manner fool you - watch out, it’s a scam.
JOHN
4 years
Got a call from this number but didn’t pick up since it looked totally unknown. The call went straight to voicemail but I couldn’t hear anything on the other end. What’s worse, the phone line stayed tied up and I couldn’t hang up normally. Ended up having to unplug the phone just to get it working again. Definitely some sort of scam or spam - watch out!
4 years
I got a call asking about some kind of medical alert system, and the very first thing they asked was “Are you over 50?” which felt way too personal. I told them I didn’t understand their question because it seemed none of their business.
4 years
They called me about some medical alert thing and the very first thing they asked was if I was over 50. I thought that was none of their business, so I just told them I didn’t really understand what they meant.
4 years
A guy called saying I qualify for some medical alert pendant and asked if I was over 50. I asked him what it was about, and he went on with a lengthy explanation. Then I wondered aloud why my 98-year-old mum hadn't got one. Right away, I knew it was dodgy, but I suppose someone more vulnerable might fall for it.
4 years
A lad called me up asking if I qualified for a medical alert pendant, asking if I was past 50. I wasn't sure what it was about, so he went on to explain it all in detail. I then said, what about my mum who’s 98 and hasn’t been offered anything? Right away I suspected it was dodgy, but I can see how someone who’s not careful could be taken in.
4 years
Got a call earlier from a young bloke saying I could get a free medical alert thingy. He asked if I was over 50, so I fibbed a bit.... He was polite and said cheers before putting the phone down. Later, I saw on a community forum that if you dig deeper, there’s probably a fee involved, so it’s not truly free and sounds dodgy. If you can keep them on the line a bit longer, it might just delay them ringing you again.
4 years
Got a call earlier today from a guy saying I might qualify for a free medical alert gadget. He asked if I was above 50, so I fibbed a bit. After that, he just said have a nice day and ended the call. I saw on a community forum that if you dig deeper into the chat, you end up having to pay, so it’s not really free and probably a con. If you can, try to keep them talking - it might delay the next call coming through.
4 years
Someone rang claiming to be from Medical Alert and immediately asked how old I was. I told them I’m on the TPS list, then they quickly said sorry and ended the call. I checked the real Medical Alert number after and found it was completely different.
Medical AlertTelephone Preference Service
4 years
Some bloke called himself John from Medical Alert, said I qualified for some medical alert gadget. When I asked why he was ringing me, he said someone told him I was eligible. I asked who told him that, and he suddenly went silent. Then he just said again he was John from Medical Alert. I wanted to know why he had my number and why he was calling me. He told me they were in Dorset and insisted I qualified for this device. I said no thanks and he hung up nicely. Felt like a scam though, as he didn’t even know my name.
JohnDorset
4 years
Like others have said about this number, they called asking if I wanted a medical alert pendant and whether I was over 50. I told them it wasn’t their concern and then he just hung up on me. The number was 01208 227317.
4 years
Just like others have mentioned, this number rang me up about a medical alert pendant and then asked if I was over 50. I told him it wasn’t anything he needed to know and he hung up straight away. Number was 01208 227317.
4 years
Don’t know who called me but they were ringing for ages! Nearly picked up just to tell them to buzz off. Nobody ever phones my landline, so it’s a mystery how they even got hold of it.
4 years
I have no clue who kept calling, but they were on the line forever. I almost picked up just to tell them to buzz off. Nobody ever phones my landline, so I’m not sure how they managed to get hold of it.
4 years
Got a call from some young bloke offering a medical alert necklace. He said I was eligible but seemed unsure if I was over 50, and couldn’t even confirm my name. Definitely felt dodgy to me, prob a scam.
4 years
Got a call from some young bloke offering a medical alert pendant thing, said I qualified but then asked if I was over 50 and never bothered to say my name. Sounded a bit dodgy to me, probably a scam.
4 years
Got a call from some bloke claiming he 'works with nearby groups' and says I might qualify for some kind of medical alert pendant. He didn’t know my name and when I asked where he got my unlisted number from, he just dropped the call. Definitely a con.
4 years
I got a call from some bloke claiming he was linked to local groups and said I might qualify for a medical alert pendant. He couldn’t even say my actual name and when I asked where he got my unlisted number from, he just ended the call. Definitely felt like a scam.
4 years
On the 15th of July, I got a call from a bloke on 01208227317 asking John’s phone. He asked me about my age and if I had any medical issues, but I just ended the call straight away.
John
4 years
Some bloke called John asked if I was above 50 years old to see if I qualified for a medical alert pendant. Didn’t mention any company at all. I just said I was going to end the call and put the phone down.
John
4 years
this bloke john called, asked if i was above 50, said there might be a chance to get a medical alert pendant. he never mentioned which company he was with. i just told him i'd end the call.
John
4 years
Got a phone call out of the blue from someone trying to flog me some medical alert gadgets. Didn't sound legit at all, just one of those cold calls trying to push stuff I don't need. Annoying really, wish they'd stop ringing about these things.
4 years
Got a call out of the blue the other day, someone trying to pitch those medical alert gadgets. Was a bit annoying, didn’t ask for it or anything. Just one of those cold calls selling stuff I really have no interest in.
4 years
A guy called saying I could get a free medical alert bracelet if I’m over 50. He sounded nice enough, and didn’t get pushy when I told him I wasn’t convinced about it. Still, I didn’t share any personal details. Pretty sure it’s a scam.
4 years
some young guy rang me up saying i might qualify for a free medical alert bracelet and asked if i was over 50. he was quite polite, even though i was a bit suspicious about the whole thing. i didn’t give him any details tho. definitely a scam in my opinion.
4 years
Got a call from some 'Medical Alert' place, saying they'd send a free pendant - sounded fishy, probably after my card details or something. They asked if I’m over 50 and if I use a walking stick. When I brought up the TPS, I got a bit mixed up, maybe some robot answering me? I ended up pressing the wrong option and had to ring back. Checked the number with 1471, and was told a manager would ring me back, but still no sign of them.
TPS
4 years
Got a call saying I qualified for some medical alert thingy. Couldn’t help but chuckle before putting the phone down.
4 years
Got a call from some spammer claiming I qualified for a medical alert pendant. I just chuckled and ended the call straight away.
4 years
some bloke called me up sayin he was dave from care call, told me i might qualify for a free medical alarm, that it wouldn’t cost a penny. then he started askin if i was over 50. i cut him off straight away, said i wasn’t keen on what sounded like a sales pitch. he just said “right then, goodbye. have a good one” and hung up.
CallerDave
4 years
I got a call from someone saying “hi, this is Dave from Care Call. You might qualify for a free medical alarm that won’t cost you a penny. But first, I need to ask if you’re over 50.” I replied, “Sorry, but this sounds like a sales pitch, so I’m not interested.” He quickly said, “Okay, no worries. Have a good day,” and hung up.
Dave
4 years
Called from a number linked to XD TPS, so probably just a random dialling system. And they claimed to be Medical Alert, but I can't find any such company. Seems totally fake to me.
Medical Alert
4 years
Some bloke rang me claiming to be from ‘medical alert’ and said I might be eligible for a medical alert button, without even asking who they were speaking to or if I agreed to the call. He quickly started asking questions, kicking off with “Are you over 50?” As it turns out, we’re both well past 50, but we don’t need one of those devices. I just hung up straight away.
4 years
some bloke rang up claiming to be from ‘medical alert’ and said i might be eligible for one of their emergency alert buttons, even though i never gave my name or said anyone in the house needed it. he then started firing off questions, first one being “are you over 50?” it just so happens we’re both quite over that age, but we don’t need anything like that. so, i just hung up straight away.
4 years
dont know who that is, they left no voicemail or anything.
4 years
Don't recognise the number and no voicemail left.
4 years
Got a call where they tried to sell me some sort of pendant, but only if I was older than 50! Pretty random, if you ask me.
4 years
He told me something about my files showing I qualify for a free pendant because I’m medically immunosuppressed. Then he went on asking for my personal info. When I pointed out that if he already had my details, why was he asking me again, he just said goodbye and ended the call. What a muppet.
4 years
Someone called me about some kind of pendant or something, I said I wasn’t interested and asked them to stop ringing me.
4 years
A man called claiming to be Chris and got hold of my elderly mother-in-law, who lives with me and my husband. Like a few others have said, he offered a free pendant in case she falls when she's on her own. She told him she’s never actually alone since her son works from home all the time. My mother-in-law mistakenly thought the call was linked to some recent blood tests she had because of her immunosuppression. I’m just wondering if there’s a concern over data protection with people’s medical details or if it’s just a strange coincidence that a couple of people with similar health issues have been contacted?
Chris

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