01617688706
☎️ 01617688706 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Voxbone SA. It is part of the phone block 161768 with a prefix of 0161. The area code 0161 originates from Manchester.
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TimeLine of events for phone number 01617688706
- Suspicious call from misrepresenting agencyFeb
2024Suspicious call about council workerFeb
2024India scam block housing repairsFeb
2024User didn't answer, got blockedFeb
2024Claims affiliation with green energyFeb
2024Potential scam call for grantFeb
2024Check messages here for spamFeb
2024Critique of English proficiencyFeb
2024Ignored Manchester caller around teatimeFeb
2024Suspected scam call from providerJan
2024Blocking unidentified spam phone numberJan
2024Unsolicited call from unknown departmentJan
2024Responded quickly and hung upJan
2024User received unwanted recorded responseJan
2024Scam caller talking about energyJan
2024Unanswered call, no one respondedJan
2024Multiple 0161 768 scam callsJan
2024Unsolicited call interrupted other tasksJan
2024Suspect automated scam call from ManchesterJan
2024Number Of Searches: 152 Number Of Comments: 19 First Seen: 28 January 2024 General Reputation: negativeThis number has recently been searched from Capton(Devon), Combe(Herefordshire), Hetton le Hill(Tyne and Wear) and New Beckenham(Greater London).
01617688706 has 19 comments of which 15 x neutral and 4 x negative
01617688706 Summary (Read all comments)
Phone number ☎️ 01617688706 👆 is reported as a nuisance number linked to scam calls, often claiming to be from housing, welfare, or energy-related agencies. Callers typically have a strong Asian accent and poor English, frequently posing as council or utility representatives seeking personal information such as tenancy status, boiler types, or energy usage. Many recipients notice robotic or silent responses, fast speech, or hang-ups shortly after answering. The calls are widely recognised as spam or fraudulent attempts, prompting numerous users to block the number. It is advisable to avoid engagement, not provide personal details, and treat any unsolicited calls from this number with suspicion.
Reports on phone number 01617688706
2 yearsReceived a call from someone purporting to be with a housing and welfare organisation. The voice was that of a woman, of Asian descent, but her English left much to be desired. She inquired whether I was a tenant who had ongoing repairs and if I was dealing with any issues like disrepair or pest problems?! Quite evidently, it was just a scam.2 yearsI received a call from someone who said they were representing the council. The caller was an Asian gentleman with a rather limited command of English. The connection felt very much like a typical call centre operation. I decided it was best to end the conversation.2 yearsTotal scam! I had an unexpected call from a chap with a strong Indian accent claiming to be from a housing and repairs service. It sounded dodgy, so I’ve just blocked the number.2 yearsI chose not to pick up the call, so I did a quick search for the number and found some feedback. I’ve now added it to my block list.2 yearsAllegedly representing a green energy company.2 yearsI received a call from someone with a strong Asian accent introducing himself as 'Alec' from the Green Energy Grant programme. He inquired about the type of gas boiler we have, to which my husband replied that we only use electric. Then he went on to probe about the number of storage heaters in our home and whether we own the property. Quite an intriguing conversation, to say the least!AlecGreen Energy2 yearsMy phone has done a neat job of filtering out the spam automatically. I've checked the messages on here, so I can confidently say that the block is working brilliantly!2 yearsTerrible use of the English language!2 yearsReceived a call during afternoon tea and saw it was from a Manchester number, so I decided to let it ring. I tend to avoid these 0161 numbers since, around here, they’re often from Manchester. Once you've had your fair share of these calls, it’s easy to ignore them!Manchester2 yearsGot a call from a number I didn’t recognise, so I’ve just blocked it.2 yearsGot a call yesterday from someone saying they were from my phone network, trying to pitch some 'special offer'. Something felt off so I just told them no thanks. After checking here, I’m really happy I didn’t get involved.2 yearsI got a call that sounded like it was from some EE department, the line even had that connection beep. Told them I’m not with EE though, but the person just kept talking so quick I couldn’t make out a word and just ended up hanging up.EE2 yearsPicked up the phone but hung up straight away.2 yearsI was waiting for a call from Manchester so I picked up, but all I heard was a recorded voice saying "goodbye". Pretty sure it’s just some sort of scam.Manchester2 yearsi picked up but stayed silent then they just ended the call. had loads from 0161 768 before and all of em were scams.2 yearsGot a call from someone claiming to chat about my energy consumption but felt like a total scam, so beware.2 yearsI picked up and got no reply, then just some automated message saying goodbye.2 yearsI rang them, but there was no answer when I got through.2 yearsGot a random call on my mobile, but the person hung up once I started getting on with something else.Submit Your Own Report (0161 768 8706)
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