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01617916073

☎️ 01617916073 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Vonage Business Limited. It is part of the phone block 161791 with a prefix of 0161. The area code 0161 originates from Manchester.

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+441617916073+44 161 791 60730161 791 6073+44-161-791-6073

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0161 791 6073 Tagged as:

hmrc microsoft manchester scotland yard bt facebook hm revenue and customs alex parker dennis gray dennis grey

TimeLine of events for phone number 01617916073

  • Threatening customs warning, not guilty
    Aug
    2019
  • Questioning usefulness of phone number
    Jul
    2019
  • Unknown number called, blocked it
    Jul
    2019
  • Ignore fake call from 0161
    Jul
    2019
  • Untrustworthy caller named "Alex Parker"
    Jul
    2019
  • Scary voicemail from unknown caller
    Jul
    2019
  • Urgent voicemail scam, frustrating experience
    Jul
    2019
  • Fraudulent call from fake customs
    Jul
    2019
  • User complained about spam comments
    Jul
    2019
  • Woman scammers using HMRC threats
    Jul
    2019
  • Warning about tax evasion scam
    Jul
    2019
  • Ignore similar comments, like others
    Jul
    2019
  • Received scam call, blocked HMRC
    Jul
    2019
  • Voice fraud pretending to be HMRC
    Jul
    2019
  • Block suspicious HMRC scam caller
    Jul
    2019
  • Block HMRC impersonation call immediately
    Jul
    2019
  • Received scam call, threatening message
    Jul
    2019
  • Caller impersonating HMRC, potential scam
    Jul
    2019
  • Beware of HMRC impersonation scam
    Jul
    2019
  • Fraudulent voice mail from fake HMRC
    Jul
    2019
  • Automated scam call, blocked number
    Jul
    2019
  • Fake HMRC tries to scam
    Jul
    2019
  • Urgent message from HMRC
    Jul
    2019
  • Impersonating another user incommunity
    Jul
    2019
  • Automated call claimed legal consequences
    Jul
    2019
  • Scam warning from alleged HMRC
    Jul
    2019
  • Threatening phone call suspected scam
    Jul
    2019
  • Fake HMRC threat call warning
    Jul
    2019
  • Gang extorts money via hacking
    Mar
    2018
  • Accusation of criminal scam operation
    Mar
    2018
  • Accusation against criminal phone number
    Mar
    2018
  • Phone call scam from "Microsoft"
    Mar
    2018
  • Avoid random scam websites, report
    Mar
    2018
  • Suggests avoiding the comment
    Mar
    2018
  • Easy to identify Manchester callers
    Mar
    2018
  • Phone number scam persists unchecked
    Mar
    2018
  • Suspicion of phone scam behavior
    Mar
    2018
  • Suspicious call; laptop access request
    Mar
    2018
  • Scam related to movie search
    Feb
    2018
  • Microsoft helping with computer scam
    Feb
    2018
  • Sons' number blocked by service
    Feb
    2018
  • Blocked my son’s computer, scum!
    Feb
    2018
  • Disconnect internet, eliminate connection, check device
    Feb
    2018
  • Scam involving fake Microsoft support
    Feb
    2018
  • warning against potential computer scam
    Feb
    2018
  • Ransomware scam using fake number
    Feb
    2018
  • Received suspicious virus warning message
    Feb
    2018
  • User plans to disable computer
    Jan
    2018
  • Annoying scam pop-up on PC
    Jan
    2018
  • Warning about fraudulent "Microsoft IT Support"
    Jan
    2018
  • Scam alert, don't call this number
    Jan
    2018
Number Of Searches: 235 Number Of Comments: 48 First Seen: 05 January 2018 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Barton(Cheshire), Chudleigh(Devon) and Freehay(Staffordshire).

01617916073 has 48 comments of which 23 x neutral and 25 x negative

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01617916073 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01617916073 👆 is reported as a persistent scam number targeting UK residents with threatening calls falsely claiming to be from HM Revenue and Customs or Microsoft support. Callers use aggressive tactics, including automated voicemails and fraudulent employee details, to frighten recipients into returning calls or providing personal information. Several instances involve attempts to exploit computer security fears, demanding payment for bogus virus removals or system fixes. Victims often experience distress, particularly vulnerable individuals and older people. The number is linked to a well-known Manchester-based fraud operation, with repeated calls and unsolicited messages urging urgent legal action or computer assistance. Authorities and telecom providers have been urged to take stronger action, but the scam remains active. Users are advised not to answer, return calls, or share any information, and to block and report this number promptly.

Reports on phone number 01617916073

7 years
Was really worried when someone called saying I needed to prepare for legal issues with customs, but I haven’t done anything wrong at all.
7 years
I don’t understand how BT still lets people use the number 0161 791 6073. You’d think it would be pretty simple for them to find out who’s behind it and stop them. Bloody annoying!
BT
7 years
I had a call claiming to be from HM Revenue, but I know for a fact they never use 0161 numbers, so I'd say just hang up and don't bother with it.
HM Revenue and Customs
7 years
I got a call from this number claiming they were from HM Customs, which was really scary especially for someone my age - 79. It was quite unsettling.
7 years
Similar to what others have said, it’s best to just not bother with it.
7 years
Got a call from this number earlier today but they didn’t leave any voicemail, so I just blocked it.
7 years
Here we go again, got a call from a woman telling me to get in touch with Dennis Gray at HMRC. She said if I or my lawyer didn’t return the call, there would be legal troubles waiting for me. Total scam, as usual.
Dennis GrayHMRC
7 years
Spam alert!
7 years
This number should be blocked immediately - they're claiming to be from HMRC and threatening legal trouble if you don’t ring them back. Total scam!
HMRC
7 years
I didn't pick up and later received a robotic message warning me to return the call or face serious legal trouble - total scam for sure. So, I just blocked the number.
7 years
Got a voicemail from some automated voice saying I’d be in big trouble with the law if I didn’t ring back - honestly, made me laugh! If I wasn’t a straight-up tax-paying person, I might’ve been freaked out and actually called, but what a dodgy scam that is, totally illegal.
7 years
They were saying they was from HMRC, trying to trick me into handing over cash. Completely a scam to make you pay up. Watch out!
HMRC
7 years
Right now, it's someone claiming to be from HMRC trying to have a word, but definitely a scam.
HMRC
7 years
My 14 year old daughter got a call on her mobile from some lot claiming to be HMRC. They left a really nasty voicemail that’s got her quite worried. They said if I didn’t phone back, they’d be contacting our solicitor. It’s all been really unsettling for her.
HMRC
7 years
I got a voicemail from them and decided to ring back. When a bloke picked up, I asked for his name and he said it was "Alex Parker," but his accent was really strong, sounded Asian. Then I asked for his staff ID and he said it was 204189. He kept pushing me to give my details but I wouldn’t budge. Eventually, annoyed, he told me to ring 0300 200 3300 to check his identity. Watch out for these lot!
Alex Parker
7 years
Got a voicemail that was all about some "urgent" matter, sounded like a total scam. Just another annoying recorded message, really. Ugh.
7 years
Got a robo call telling me there's a big legal issue and I need to ring back or else. They claimed the number was from customs and excise. If this number’s been active for ages and they’re threatening legal action, why hasn’t any action been taken by the police yet? You’d think the VOIP companies behind that number could be tracked down, and from there they could find IPs or device info linked to it. Seems odd no one’s cracked down on it yet.
7 years
Got a call pretending to be from HMRC, it was a scam so I’ve blocked the number now.
HMRC
7 years
Someone called me saying it was HMRC about some unpaid tax or something, but I just hung up straight away since it’s clearly a scam. Honestly, the police should catch these scammers and lock them up properly for ages. Didn’t even bother to hear the whole message from the caller.
HMRCCaller
7 years
I got a call from 01617916073 and the message was kinda scary. It didn't seem very official or professional, so I figured it was probably some kind of scam.
7 years
Got a call from this number ‭0161 791 6073‬ where the person said I’d get in serious trouble with the police unless I called back straight away. They ended it with ‘take care’ which felt super dodgy to me. I know HMRC always sends letters, never calls like this, so it’s clearly a scam.
HMRC
7 years
Got a call from an automated message claiming to be from HMRC - total scam!
HMRC
7 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be from HMRC, but it was a total scam.
HMRC
7 years
Don’t answer this number! I was at work and ignored it because I don’t know anyone from Manchester. Later, I got an automated message from a woman saying her name was Dennis Grey and that she was from HMRC. Definitely a scam, so be careful and don’t get caught out.
ManchesterDennis GreyHMRC
7 years
Got a call from someone claiming to be HM Revenue. Seemed kinda dodgy to me, sounded like a typical scam. Definitely would double-check next time if you get something similar!
HM Revenue & Customs
7 years
Got a robo voicemail from a woman claiming to be "Dennis" over at HMRC. It was all threats about calling back or facing the full force of the law, typical stuff. Small mercy they’re no longer using that annoying American accent though!
DennisHMRC
9 years
This phone number is linked to a notorious group of crooks operating from Manchester. They have a nasty habit of compromising people's computers while they're online, followed by attempts to squeeze money out of their victims. It's utterly disgraceful that the so-called authorities and Scotland Yard have turned a blind eye to these nefarious activities. What on earth is going on?
ManchesterScotland Yard
9 years
This phone number is linked to a group of criminals operating out of Manchester who hack into people’s computers online and then demand money to fix the damage. It’s really disappointing that the police and even Scotland Yard don’t seem to be taking any real action against them. Such a letdown from law enforcement in the UK!
ManchesterScotland Yard
9 years
I've had dealings with this number - it's run by some sort of criminal group in Manchester. They hack into folks' computers online and then try to blackmail them for cash. It's pretty disgraceful that the British police and Scotland Yard don't seem interested in sorting these muppets out.
ManchesterScotland Yard
9 years
Just clicked on some random site that suddenly redirected me to a page on IP 83.136.249.14, which popped up a scary message claiming I had "porn spyware/riskware" on my device sending my info to the cloud. It warned me that if I closed the browser, the authorities would be notified unless I rang their “tech support” number. To make it worse, it switched on voiceover and blasted the alert across my entire office! These scammers really deserve locking up. No idea what shady things they’re funding from their scams, but seriously, steer well clear of this nonsense!
9 years
Got a warning pop up on my laptop and rang the number it showed. The person on the other end, who claimed she was from Microsoft, just hung up on me. I ended up switching my laptop off right away just to be safe. Bit worried now - hope I’m not in any trouble or anything. Sounds like a total scam to me.
Microsoft
9 years
I don’t get why the phone company never looks into who actually owns this number. Pretty sure whoever it is, they’re just running some kind of scam.
9 years
It’s pretty simple to track 'em down since they’re all from Manchester, everyone knows that.
Manchester
9 years
If this number is legit and registered with BT or any other provider, and it’s common knowledge it's used for scams, why is it still up and running? Plus, the phone company surely knows the real address linked to it. Makes me wonder why they haven't just shut it down yet.
BT
9 years
I kept getting these pop-ups that I couldn’t shut down, so I called the number that was on the screen. A bloke answered and tried to convince me to let him get into my laptop, but I said no way and then he just ended the call. Reading the reviews here now, I’m relieved - I was about to take my laptop in to get Windows reinstalled tomorrow.
9 years
Someone just called saying they were from Microsoft offering help with my computer, but it seemed really suspicious to me.
Microsoft
9 years
So, this just happened. They claimed it was something to do with porn, but honestly, I was just trying to find a free movie to watch (It was Nightmare on Elm Street). I called the number they gave and explained my situation, and then they demanded over £180! I told them I’d involve the police and that’s when they just cut me off. Right now I’m restarting my laptop to see if that fixes anything. Proper scumbags.
Street
9 years
My son's number got blocked by them.
9 years
Total rubbish blocked my lad's computer, what a nightmare!
9 years
A message popped up telling me to ring this number, saying it was from Microsoft. When I did call, they ended up getting into my computer and put a virus on it. Now they're demanding 240 quid to sort it out. Proper scammed, honestly.
Microsoft
9 years
Just unplug the internet and the link between his computer and your device will drop. After that, your gadget should start working like usual again. Still, it’s a good idea to get it checked out to be sure there’s nothing harmful lurking on there.
9 years
Seems like one of those automated scams - best not to answer.
9 years
Got a call from some supposed Microsoft support folks saying I had ransomware on my computer and telling me to ring a certain number. Total con artists, honestly.
Microsoft Support
9 years
My laptop suddenly showed a virus alert and a pop-up told me to call this number. When I phoned, the person claimed they worked for Advance Internet Solutions. I wasn’t convinced though and they wanted me to pay to fix the virus. I’m not handing over any card info, so I’m gonna contact Microsoft myself to sort it out. Just be careful and don’t rush into giving out your payment details!
Advanced Internet SolutionsMicrosoft
9 years
Was told they were about to shut down my computer.
9 years
What a complete farce! I stumbled upon a pop-up while trying to download an MP3 that claimed my computer was in dire trouble and instructed me to ring this number. Absolute rubbish! It's obvious there are some dodgy individuals out there running several scams, including one masquerading as "Microsoft IT Support." Blatant nonsense!
Microsoft
9 years
Every time I try to use a dropdown menu on my computer, this message keeps showing up saying someone is stealing all my info, like from Facebook. The thing is, I don’t even have Facebook, so I know it’s definitely a scam. It’s super frustrating and the only way to get rid of it is by pressing ctrl alt delete and shutting down everything from the task manager. Proper annoying.
Facebook
9 years
Avoid calling this number! They claimed my PC was infected with spyware, but it was totally a con. I ran a McAfee scan and it found nothing wrong at all. Seriously, don’t bother ringing them!
Microsoft

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