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01226666718

☎️ 01226666718 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Gamma Telecom Holdings Ltd. It is part of the phone block 1226666 with a prefix of 01226. The area code 01226 originates from Barnsley.

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01226 666718 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01226666718

  • User encountered unfamiliar content, blocked
    May
    2022
  • Warning about medical alert scam
    May
    2022
  • Limit mobile contacts, unwelcome calls
    May
    2022
  • Urgent report: medical alert scam
    May
    2022
  • Received scam call about alert
    May
    2022
  • - Meaningless series of numbers
    Apr
    2022
  • BT phone blocked caller, recommend blocker
    Apr
    2022
  • Scam preying on elderly vulnerability
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious call offering medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • User receives unwanted medical device-related calls
    Apr
    2022
  • Negative encounter with unhelpful person
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited call offering medical device
    Apr
    2022
  • Medical alert for emergencies recommended
    Apr
    2022
  • Unfamiliar call about medical pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Medical Alert call potential scam
    Apr
    2022
  • "Warning about potential medical scams."
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspicious call about medical pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Unauthorized call, refused to respond
    Apr
    2022
  • Missed call from unknown number
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited medical alarm sales call
    Apr
    2022
  • Medical pendant inquiry by user
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited medical alert device call
    Apr
    2022
  • John offers free medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Warning: scam targeting elderly individuals
    Apr
    2022
  • John offered me free pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Fast-paced marketing for medical pendants, scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited call for medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Received unexpected call from stranger
    Apr
    2022
  • Questionable offer, likely a scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Warning about potential scam issue
    Apr
    2022
  • Believes medical scam with phone
    Apr
    2022
  • Questioned caller's intentions regarding health
    Apr
    2022
  • Potential scam involving mobility pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Automated medical alert call blocked
    Apr
    2022
  • Warning about potential phone scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Caller hung up after refusal
    Apr
    2022
  • Scam medical alert call harassment
    Apr
    2022
  • Unsolicited call probing for eligibility
    Apr
    2022
  • Unknown number - skepticism, blocking scammers
    Apr
    2022
  • Eligible for Medicalert pendant? Why?
    Apr
    2022
  • Free pendant, but shipping cost
    Apr
    2022
  • Polite telemarketer offering medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Missed call, no message left
    Apr
    2022
  • Offers unwanted free medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Missed call, blocked without message
    Apr
    2022
  • Received unsolicited call from "John"
    Apr
    2022
  • Report scams to stop fraudsters
    Apr
    2022
  • Report scam attempts to police
    Apr
    2022
  • Warning about common phone scams
    Apr
    2022
  • Potential scam for medical pendant
    Apr
    2022
  • Ignoring unknown numbers, no message left
    Apr
    2022
  • Voice call about potential scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Received suspicious call requesting personal information
    Apr
    2022
  • Red flags on suspicious call
    Apr
    2022
  • Scam call from medical alert
    Apr
    2022
  • Immediate cutoff, likely spam, TPS
    Apr
    2022
  • Comment lacks meaningful content
    Apr
    2022
  • Medical sales man with accent
    Apr
    2022
  • Reported robocall about medical services
    Apr
    2022
  • Message left blocked, no communication
    Apr
    2022
  • Medical alert pendant offer call
    Apr
    2022
  • Suspected scam call from "John."
    Apr
    2022
  • Unknown caller, no idea
    Apr
    2022
  • No message left on voicemail
    Apr
    2022
  • Missed call, blocked suspicious number
    Apr
    2022
Number Of Searches: 144 Number Of Comments: 56 First Seen: 08 April 2022 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Dadford(Buckinghamshire), Leaton Heath(Shropshire), Onesacre(South Yorkshire) and Swanton Morley(Norfolk).

01226666718 has 56 comments of which 40 x neutral and 16 x negative

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01226666718 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01226666718 👆 is reported as a recurring scam targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly the elderly, with calls from someone named "John" claiming to offer free medical alert pendants. Callers frequently ask about age and health conditions, seeking personal information under the guise of eligibility checks. Many recipients note refusal to disclose how they obtained contact details, with callers often hanging up when questioned. The calls are unwanted, with no messages left and sometimes using misleading local numbers. Users strongly advise blocking the number, not sharing personal details, and reporting incidents to the official UK police fraud authorities. It is recommended to install reliable call blockers and remain cautious of unsolicited calls about medical devices or services.

Reports on phone number 01226666718

4 years
Please be aware of a scam tied to medical alert systems, make sure to report it if you get contacted.
4 years
I got a call about a medical alert service, sounded dodgy right from the start. They quickly started asking for personal details, which made me suspicious straight away. Definitely felt like a scam trying to get info under the pretense of helping.
4 years
Just got a call from a number I’ve never seen before, went straight to the block list.
4 years
I only give out my mobile number to a select few, everyone else gets my landline. I’ve got no connections in Barnsley, not even any companies, so any unexpected calls from there are just plain annoying.
Barnsley
4 years
I received a rather unexpected call from the number 01226666708, during which the caller claimed to be affiliated with Mec Alert. He inquired whether I was over the age of 50 and probed into my medical history. He mentioned something about offering a free medical alert service. I promptly informed him that I already utilise a lifeline system and that the local council holds a spare key for my residence. In hindsight, I shouldn't have engaged with him at all; it was rather foolish of me. Now it dawns on me that it was likely a scam attempt. Thankfully, I didn’t disclose any personal information. I must remain vigilant in the future when an unfamiliar number pops up on my caller ID.
Mec Alert
4 years
My BT landline cut off this call since the caller wasn't willing to state their purpose for ringing. Just a tip: consider investing in a BT call blocking device!
BT
4 years
Some scammer rang my mum, who's 86, pretending to offer free medical stuff or whatnot. She cut the call quick cos the questions he was asking made it clear it was fishy. Still, as she gets older, she worries she might not catch these tricks next time. It's awful that people prey on older folks like this - really dangerous behaviour.
4 years
Got a call from someone saying I might qualify for a medical alert bracelet. They wanted to run through a few questions before moving forward and mentioned they were based in Dorset. When I asked who exactly they had down as needing the bracelet, there was this awkward silence, then the caller just said thanks and ended the call.
Dorset
4 years
Got a call earlier about some sort of medical gadget I supposedly needed. Sounded like a total scam to me.
4 years
Some guy named John rang me up asking if I wanted a check out or something. Honestly, I’ve got a doctor I see if it’s needed, so no thanks! Bit of a sad loser with too much time on their hands.
John
4 years
A bloke called John got in touch from some medical alert place, saying I might qualify for a medical gadget. He started asking if I was above 50 years old, and I just told him I don’t do these sort of calls before hanging up.
John
4 years
Got a call from someone saying they're from Medical Alert, asking if I use a walking stick and my age, claiming I might qualify for a freebie. When I asked where they got my number, they dodged the question. Told them I never share private info over the phone. Felt like a scam to me.
Medical Alerts
4 years
I got one of those dodgy calls again, where they try to sell you a medical alert pendant at some "special price". I just put the phone by my stereo and blasted some radio for a bit, pretending to listen. Not long after, they gave up and hung up. Typical!
4 years
I got a call from this number yesterday (Mon 11 Apr 22) at around 12:47, but thank goodness my call blocker stopped it from coming through.
4 years
This bloke called John, claiming I qualified for some medical alert pendant. I asked how he had got my info, but he dodged the question, saying he was new and I could talk to his manager instead. He stuck to his lines, kept asking if I was older than 65, and didn’t answer my questions properly. I kept trying to cut him off and ask again, but he just kept going back to his script. Eventually, I ended the call.
John
4 years
Got a call from some Medical Alert company claiming I qualify for one of their medical pendants. They asked if I was over 50, which I said no to, then if I used a walking stick, again no. When they asked about diabetes and stuff, I just ended the call. No clue how they got my number since I don’t share my home phone with anyone, and they never even gave their own name. Seems to me like they’re just trying to fish for personal info!
Medical Alert
4 years
I received a call at approximately 09:05 this morning from a chap who claimed I was eligible for a "FREE" medical alert device. He then proceeded to inquire if I was over fifty. Honestly, if such an alarm was genuinely necessary, wouldn’t it be your doctor or some health professional who’d inform you? Not some random caller who hasn't the foggiest idea about your circumstances.
4 years
This person said something about a medical alert pendant and then started asking me how old I was.
4 years
Sounds like one of those dodgy medical phone scams to me. They ask you to hit 1, and I reckon after that, they try to rip you off somehow.
4 years
Got a call from 01226666718, some bloke claiming to be John talking about a medical pendant or something. He said they were from Dorset, which was an immediate red flag coz I know Dorset doesn't use a 01226 number. I told him he's actually ringing from Barnsley and then just hung up. Since that, he's phoned me 6 more times pestering me, this so-called John. Proper annoying!
JohnDorsetBarnsley
4 years
This is definitely a total scam, targeting older folks. If you get a call like this, make sure you report it as fraud straight away. Don’t let them get away with it!
4 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be with Medical Alertt, supposedly checking if I qualified for a medical alert device. Before I could say anything, he started asking how old I was, never even bothered to check if I actually wanted or needed one!
Medical Alertt
4 years
I got a call from Medicalert Ltd the other day, saying if you're over 50 you can get one of their medical alert pendants. Honestly, I don't really get why being over 50 automatically means you have some sort of medical condition they need to be worried about. Bit strange if you ask me.
Medicalert Ltd
4 years
It seems I've been deemed suitable for a medical alert pendant, but I can’t fathom how they figured that out without even bothering to ask for my details. I made it clear to the caller that I wasn’t interested, and just like that, they ended the conversation. Quite baffling, really!
4 years
I was intrigued to see an offer for a complimentary medical alert pendant, but then I noticed they were asking me to foot the bill for the shipping costs. Quite the unexpected twist, isn't it?
4 years
Someone rang me asking about my health info. When I questioned them, they just said thanks and then ended the call!
4 years
I got a call from someone saying he was John with a medical alert service, telling me I might qualify for a free check-up. He just asked if I was over 50, and I told him no thanks, I’m not interested.
John
4 years
TOTAL SCAM! STAY AWAY!!!
FRAUD
4 years
I got a call on my landline from a bloke named John who claimed that some “medical people” had flagged me as someone who might qualify for a free medical pendant. He wanted to check if I was over 50. Naturally, I asked him how he even got my number since it’s supposed to be unlisted. After that, he just said, “Right, thanks for your time,” and hung up on me. Honestly, this sounds like a total scam to me! Be careful and don’t share any personal details with these lot. They really should be shut down quick!
John
4 years
Got a ring from 01226666718 today, a guy answered on the other end real polite and said I might qualify for a medical alert gadget. I told him no thanks, not interested, and he was pretty courteous, wished me well and ended the call. What’s odd is the timing - it came through around 11.40am, just an hour after my missus phoned a local hospital asking about how long the wait for a limb surgery would be. Bit of a strange coincidence if you ask me.
4 years
Got a call from some marketing place pushing medical alert necklaces. The guy spoke super quick, so I had to tell him to hold on and asked where he got my number from. Then he fumbled with the phone and acted like he didn’t catch what I said. Ended up hanging up and blocking the number. Totally agree with folks saying it’s a scam.
4 years
So this guy John rang me up and straight away was like, are you over 50 and fancy a free pendant? Honestly, I’m more into brooches and tiaras myself. When I said that, he just hung up! Proper cheeky, I thought.
John
4 years
Got a call from this number but I don’t pick up if I don’t know who’s calling. It went straight to my voicemail and the caller hung up without saying anything.
4 years
Some bloke called me up saying I qualified for a free medical alert device. He asked if I was over 50 and if I needed a cane. I said I didn’t really need one at the moment. He was alright about it and just ended the call.
4 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be with a medical alert service, said I might qualify for some sort of alert device if I was over 50. Told them I wasn’t interested and ended the call. Definitely felt like a scam to me.
4 years
i picked up right away but the call dropped on their side instantly. i'm on the tps list so definitely feels like a spam call.
4 years
Got a call from 01226666718 but they left no voicemail. I usually ignore calls from numbers I don’t recognise. Have blocked it now - bet these fraudsters will just ring from somewhere else next time! My mates and family are aware that if I pick up, I normally leave a message first. So no message? Yeah, that’s a red flag for me.
4 years
They didn’t even bother to leave a message.
4 years
The number was unfamiliar so I chose not to answer. It went straight to voicemail but there was no message.
4 years
Just like others have said, this bloke called himself 'John' and was trying to sell some sort of mobility pendant. He asked if I was over 50 and kept going on and on, so I cut in asking what exactly he was selling. After more waffle, I told him if he really knew my number and that I had some health problems (which I doubt he did, just trying his luck), and said he needed to prove who he was by giving my full name. Suddenly, he hung up on me! Definitely a scammer - watch out everyone.
John
4 years
Got a call from some bloke selling medical pendants, spoke with a posh English accent like he was all important. Just after a bit, he ended the call on me. Strange encounter.
4 years
So this bloke called me, said his name was John and was trying to sell me some sort of medical alert gadget. I kept asking where he got my number from, cos it’s unlisted. First he said his manager had handed it to him, so I asked if I could speak to the manager myself. Then, out of nowhere, he just hung up on me. Quite cheeky if you ask me!
John
4 years
Got a call from a medical alert pendant but it was just one of those automated voices, no actual human. Quickly put them on my block list!
4 years
A bloke called me from some medical alert company, said my name was John. He asked if I was above 50 years old and mentioned something about a free pendant I might be entitled to. I said I wasn't interested at all and he ended the call quite nicely. Nothing really comes free these days, so I'm guessing it was probably a scam.
John
4 years
Got a call but no message was left, so I've just blocked the number.
4 years
I got a call from someone saying he was John and from a medical alert company. He said I might qualify for a free medical check-up if I'm over 50. I just told him I wasn’t interested and said no thanks.
John
4 years
I picked up the phone thinking it was some automated message but it was a bloke talking. He asked if I was above fifty and if I used a walking stick. I asked who exactly he was after, and he said his manager had given him a bunch of numbers to ring. He claimed to be from a medical insurance place. I just ended the call straight away.
4 years
Got a recorded call about a medical alert pendant, they said I should call them back today to take up the deal. The number wouldn't show up on my phone as it was blocked.
4 years
It definitely felt like a dodgy call. Some bloke was saying I could get a free medical alert pendant or something if I qualified. He then started asking if I was above 50 years old. I told him I don’t answer calls like that and ended up hanging up.
4 years
I received a call from someone claiming to represent Medic Alert. The very first line out of his mouth was that their records indicated I qualified for a medical bracelet. Shortly after, he asked if I was over 50-this raised a red flag for me since, if they had my details, they'd surely know my age! I wasn't keen on their offer, so I simply said I wasn't interested and hung up. And mind you, I'm ex-directory! Typical scam antics, if you ask me. He introduced himself as John, but that didn’t inspire any confidence.
John
4 years
Didn’t get any message, so I’ve just blocked the number.
4 years
Got a robo call about some health stuff, so I just blocked the number and reported it straight away.
4 years
Got a call from a guy named John claiming I'd been selected for a free medical alert gadget due to my age. I told him my number isn't listed anywhere and asked where he got my info from. He said something about working with various local volunteer groups. When I asked who he thought he was chatting to, he didn’t really reply but ended the conversation politely. Feels a bit dodgy, like some sort of phishing attempt to me.
John
4 years
I've no clue who this caller might be; they're entirely unfamiliar to me.
4 years
I didn't recognise the number, so I decided not to answer. The call went to voicemail, but they didn’t bother leaving a message. (Stoke-on-Trent)
Stoke - on - Trent
4 years
Received a call at 5:53 PM - the phone barely had time to chime, as it didn’t even ring properly. Our VoIP system indicated a missed call, but there was no voicemail left. This raises some red flags for me, so I've decided to block the number entirely.

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