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01618505897

☎️ 01618505897 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by AQL Wholesale Ltd. It is part of the phone block 161850 with a prefix of 0161. The area code 0161 originates from Manchester.

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01618505897

  • Suspected scam call from HMRC
    Nov
    2019
  • Automated scam call, fake case worker
    May
    2018
  • Report phone number for evaluation
    May
    2018
  • Message from number, possibly recorded
    May
    2018
  • Scam calls from multiple numbers
    May
    2018
  • Ignored unknown call, hung up
    May
    2018
  • Scam call about lawsuit threat
    May
    2018
  • Scam call pretending to be HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Repeated calls at work, unwanted reporting
    May
    2018
  • HMRC lawsuit scam reported today
    May
    2018
  • Concern about HMCR scam calls
    May
    2018
  • Scam call claiming HMRC lawsuit
    May
    2018
  • Received bogus HMRC phone call
    May
    2018
  • Call was tax evasion scam
    May
    2018
  • Call dismissed, checked number, distressing. DISGUSTING
    May
    2018
  • Automated scam call about lawsuit
    May
    2018
  • Warning about phone scam incident
    May
    2018
  • HMRC phone scam, fake details
    May
    2018
  • HMRC scam call, hung up quickly
    May
    2018
  • Received legal threat call, unsure
    May
    2018
  • Received aggressive scam calls, ignored
    May
    2018
  • Persistent calls from unknown number
    May
    2018
  • False HMRC lawsuit scam warning
    May
    2018
  • Received scam call from HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Scam call regarding HMRC lawsuit
    May
    2018
  • Suspicious call claiming to be HR
    May
    2018
  • User frustrated with HMRC recorded call
    May
    2018
  • Fraudulent calls from fake HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Unhelpful foreign customer service experience
    May
    2018
  • Scam call from fake HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Received scam call from "HMRC"
    May
    2018
  • HMRC scam call, press 1
    May
    2018
  • Voice scam targeting vulnerable individuals
    May
    2018
  • Automated voice scam claiming HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Report HMRC scam automated calls
    May
    2018
  • Avoided unwanted calls with Call Guardian
    May
    2018
  • Call scam from fake HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Verify this number with HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Implies locking up dangerous scammers
    May
    2018
  • Multiple unwanted phone calls received
    May
    2018
  • Number blocked, calls reported, no arrests
    May
    2018
  • Suspicious HMRC lawsuit phone call
    May
    2018
  • Suspicious calls, hung up immediately
    May
    2018
  • Received call, reported to police
    May
    2018
  • Block suspicious automated calls immediately
    May
    2018
  • Frustration over BT not acting
    May
    2018
  • Bogus call persists; BT unresponsive
    May
    2018
  • Received automated threatening phone call, reassured
    May
    2018
  • Automated female voice scam call
    May
    2018
  • Received two scam calls today
    May
    2018
  • Elderly dad received suspicious call
    May
    2018
  • Suspicious calls, hung up immediately
    May
    2018
  • Upsetting, intimidating. Glad I searched
    May
    2018
  • HMRC automated message, possible lawsuit
    May
    2018
  • Warning: possible scam, verify authenticity
    May
    2018
  • Scam call, hang up immediately
    May
    2018
  • Scam phone call from HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Warning about HMRC lawsuit scam
    May
    2018
  • HMRC call is a scam
    May
    2018
  • Lawsuit voicemail raises suspicious concerns
    May
    2018
  • False legal threat call causing worry
    May
    2018
  • Confrontational response to intimidation threat
    May
    2018
  • Threatening calls from fake HMRC
    May
    2018
  • HMRC lawsuit call is a scam
    May
    2018
  • Threatening automated HMRC lawsuit call
    May
    2018
  • Call from scammers pretending HMRC
    May
    2018
  • HMRC scam call blocked author
    May
    2018
  • HMRC lawsuit call is a scam
    May
    2018
  • Received scam call, reported it
    May
    2018
  • Received scam call, reported it
    May
    2018
  • Dismissing robot scam lawsuit warning
    May
    2018
  • HMRC lawsuit message is a scam
    May
    2018
  • Seeking legal accountability for scam
    May
    2018
  • Thought call was a scam
    May
    2018
  • Received scam call about taxes
    May
    2018
  • Scam calls should be terminated
    May
    2018
  • Almost panicked, checked Google instead
    May
    2018
  • Received call from USA, moved quickly
    May
    2018
  • Hang up, same as before
    May
    2018
  • Received calls claiming lawsuit from HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Fake HMRC calls targeting vulnerable individuals
    May
    2018
  • Received repeated scam call today
    May
    2018
  • Received multiple unwanted calls today
    May
    2018
  • Received unsolicited calls, blocked numbers
    May
    2018
  • Disconnected while trying to connect
    May
    2018
  • Scam call pretending to be HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Scam impersonating HMRC call
    May
    2018
  • Multiple scam calls reported, widespread issue
    May
    2018
  • Scammers pretending to be HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Scam call claiming HMRC lawsuit
    May
    2018
  • Warning: Scam call, do not respond
    May
    2018
  • Upsetting lawsuit notification received
    May
    2018
  • Received suspicious government call today
    May
    2018
  • Claimed lawsuit threat via phone
    May
    2018
  • Upset by repeated information requests
    May
    2018
  • Scammers targeting vulnerable individuals illegally
    May
    2018
  • Scary lawsuit call, understandably unhappy
    May
    2018
  • Beware of HMRC scam callers
    May
    2018
  • Received scam call impersonating HMRC
    May
    2018
  • User finds content annoying and rubbish
    May
    2018
  • Suspected scam message about lawsuit
    May
    2018
  • Received scam call from fake HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Scam caller pretending to be HMRC
    May
    2018
  • Female denying court case filing
    May
    2018
  • Frustration with lack of ambition
    May
    2018
  • Scam call targeted elderly mother
    May
    2018
  • Missed international scam call 0161 number
    May
    2018
  • HMRC scam call alert, ignore
    May
    2018
  • User received HMRC lawsuit threat
    May
    2018
  • Concur with previous user comment
    May
    2018
  • Warning about possible phone scam
    May
    2018
  • Disbelief towards received call
    May
    2018
Number Of Searches: 364 Number Of Comments: 110 First Seen: 08 May 2018 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Elmbridge(Worcestershire), Orbiston(North Lanarkshire) and Rochester(Northumberland).

01618505897 has 110 comments of which 41 x neutral and 69 x negative

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01618505897 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01618505897 👆 is reported as a persistent and distressing scam impersonating HMRC, using automated calls to intimidate recipients with threats of legal action and lawsuits related to tax evasion. Callers often ask victims to press a number to speak to a “case officer” or provide personal information such as National Insurance or bank details, which should never be shared. Many describe the calls as aggressive, employing foreign-accented voices, and targeting vulnerable individuals, including the elderly. Genuine HMRC communications would not be conducted in this manner, nor would they issue urgent threats via phone. Reports urge recipients to hang up immediately, block the number, and report the scam to Action Fraud or the official HMRC helpline for guidance. These calls exploit UK dialling codes, making them appear credible, but they are unequivocally fraudulent.

Reports on phone number 01618505897

7 years
Got a voicemail that said it was from HMRC but I didn’t bother sitting through the whole thing. It sounded like some sort of urgent warning or threat, but not sure exactly what it was about.
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from 01618505897 with a recorded voice tellin me to press 1 to talk to my case worker. Thing is, I’m not even seein any case worker anywhere. Feels like a scam to me.
8 years
Yeah, this happened to me too with that number 0161 8505897. Does anyone know where we’re meant to report it?
8 years
Got a voicemail from this number on my answer machine. When I listened to it, it sounded like one of those automated messages.
8 years
Today, I got a call from a Manchester number, 0161505897, claiming to be HMRC - obviously just a scam. Then, yesterday, I had a recorded message from a London number, 02030958274, also pretending to be HMRC. Seems like they're using a few different numbers to try and catch people out. Definitely don’t share any details with them and keep reporting these dodgy calls.
ManchesterHMRC
8 years
As soon as my voicemail sprang to life, they disconnected. I never pick up calls from numbers I don’t recognise!
8 years
I received a call from an automated voice claiming that they were initiating legal action against me and instructed me to press 1. It was clearly a scam, so I promptly ended the call.
8 years
Received a couple of calls claiming to be from HMRC regarding some sort of legal action-prompting me to press 1. Clearly a con! I ended the call right away.
HMRC
8 years
I just let the phone ring out and go to voicemail. Then I looked up the number on this site. Honestly, I can see why some folks would find that call so upsetting! It's really awful behaviour. - Richard S.
Martin P
8 years
I've had calls from this number twice today, spaced out by about three hours. The first call I answered, and some bloke with a pretty threatening tone claimed HMRC was looking into me. I sussed it was a scam straight away and hung up. When it rang again, I ignored it and got rid of the voicemail left behind. It's baffling how these scammers manage to use a UK area code, making it seem like the calls could be legit.
HMRCUK
8 years
I just received a dodgy call at 16:37 regarding a supposed lawsuit from HMRC. Definitely sounds like a scam to me!
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from this number earlier, with a robotic voice warning that HMRC were about to sue me for tax fraud. It told me to press 1 to speak with the case officer. Then some bloke with an accent asked for my name, I just put the phone down. Came here to check and yep, it’s a scam. Loads of people know it’s nonsense, so why isn’t the government cracking down on this rubbish proper?
HMRC
8 years
I got a call at the office twice today since I’m on shift as a security guard. I ended up cutting the call both times; it seems like they’re after some sort of report.
8 years
I received a call from the HMRC scam myself. Is there any way BT or any other service providers can tackle these numbers? It's becoming quite a nuisance!
HMRCBT
8 years
Picked up a call from 01618505897 and they said they were HMRC (yeah right). I didn’t even bother listening to the voicemail, just knew it was a load of rubbish. It’s frustrating that scam calls like this keep targeting folks who aren’t so lucky or aware. I get loads of emails claiming I’m due money and asking me to open dodgy attachments. I usually forward those to HMRC and they sort it out, but with phone calls like this, there’s not much you can do. Such a shame.
HMRC
8 years
I just had a rather alarming phone call featuring an automated voice claiming that HMRC was initiating legal action against me. To be honest, my heart nearly stopped for a moment! But then, sanity prevailed, and I promptly ended the call.
HMRC
8 years
This 01618505897 called me, and the woman on the line asked for my bank details and NI number. Luckily, I was cautious and ended the call before handing over any info. She then rang back and got quite annoyed, accusing me of hanging up on a supposed HMRC worker. Thankfully, I kept my head and didn't give them my bank info. M J JONS
HMRCNational InsuranceCheersJONS
8 years
Got a ring earlier from 01618505897. My other half hit 1 like they told him to. An woman with a strong accent claimed she was from HMRC saying they were starting legal action. She asked for his name, and when he asked her for hers, she just cut the call. Could hear loads of background noise, sounded like a bunch of people in some call centre.
HMRC
8 years
Rang me twice today, can’t they just remove the number from their list?
8 years
This number has left me with a few automated calls. It was quite unsettling at first, but thankfully I soon figured out it was a scam. They were quite pushy, demanding my National Insurance number, so I just hung up.
National Insurance
8 years
Like a few others have said, I got a recorded message saying HMRC is suing me. It said to press 1 to talk to a case officer. I just hung up straight away.
HMRC
8 years
Oh gosh, this one was awful! Some grim voice came on saying HMRC had taken me to court. Honestly, it was so ridiculous I couldn’t help but chuckle, but I can see how it’d really frighten older or more vulnerable folks. They honestly need to crack down on this and bring the people behind it to justice.
HMRC
8 years
This number keeps ringing my elderly mum, she’s 93, and they’re claiming to be from HMRC threatening legal action against her.
HMRC
8 years
I received a call from a robotic voice purporting to be from HMRC, but it disconnected abruptly after failing to engage with me. Quite suspicious, if you ask me!
HMRC
8 years
Received a call claiming to be from Hr mc regarding a case I supposedly have against them. They instructed me to press 1 to get in touch with someone.
8 years
I received a couple of calls today, where they threatened me with legal proceedings from HMRC. I hung up promptly. Should we notify BT about this?
HMRCBT
8 years
Got a recorded call claiming to be from HMRC, asking me to press 1 to talk to a case officer - total scam! Seriously, why isn't there a proper BT number we can call to report these fake calls and get them sorted out? It's really frustrating!
HMRC
8 years
Received a call regarding a legal case involving me. I hung up and decided to ring back. A gentleman with a foreign accent picked up, but he promptly disconnected the call.
8 years
Got a call from a lady saying "HMRC is taking legal action against you. Hit 1 to chat with an officer about your case." Total scam, obviously.
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from some robot saying the HMRC was going to sue me and to press 1 to talk to someone about my case. At first, I thought it was a wrong number and hit 1, but nobody answered. Then it hit me this was likely a scam. I searched the number online and found this site, confirming it was indeed a con.
HMRC
8 years
These bloody scammers should seriously be locked up, they’re a real danger!
8 years
This number has been confirmed as a scam by HMRC, so it's best to report it straight away to action fraud.
HMRCAction Fraud
8 years
Got a call saying they were from HMRC. It was this stern, bossy recorded voice meant to scare you. They kept saying I was about to be taken to court for dodging taxes and told me to press 1 to talk to someone about it. Just ended up hanging up right away.
HMRCBest
8 years
Got two calls from a woman’s voice, first one came through at 2.22pm on the 16th May 2018 and then again just before 2pm, about 1.50pm, on the 17th. She said HMRC was going to take legal action against me and told me to press 1 to talk to my case worker. Feels like one of those scams aimed at catching people out who might be easily worried.
HMRC
8 years
This morning I got called twice from this same number. I’ve already put it on my block list. If it’s easy to track, why aren’t the police doing anything about it?
8 years
I just got an automated message claiming that HMRC is taking legal action against me, urging me to hit 1 to talk to a customs advisor. I quickly ended the call without hesitation.
HMRC
8 years
Got a recorded message pretending to be from HMRC - just ignore it. If you wanna check the number, press 1471 right after the call ends and jot down the digits along with the date and time. Then, make sure to send that info off to: [email protected]
HMRC
8 years
Had a couple of calls today from some robo voice claiming it's HMRC. Left a voicemail early in the morning and then rang again around lunch. Pretty obvious it's a scam since HMRC never contacts you by phone and especially wouldn't go around threatening with a 'lawsuit'.
HMRC
8 years
I got a ring from this number claiming they were from HMRC about some legal action I supposedly have against me.
HMRC
8 years
Given the sheer volume of remarks on this matter and the duration it has persisted, one has to wonder why BT hasn’t taken the initiative to put a stop to it!
BT
8 years
Got two calls from this number today, but thankfully Call Guardian picked them up and stopped them. Looked it up here and decided to block it now.
Call Guardian
8 years
Over the past five days, we've been bothered by 4 calls like this - twice in a single day, no less! Even though we're registered with the TPS, these calls just keep coming through our landline, and blocking them doesn't seem possible. The best you can do is just hang up and hope they stop ringing soon.
Telephone Preference Service
8 years
I got a rather alarming recorded call the other day, claiming that HMRC were initiating legal action against me. It instructed me to press 1 to chat with a customs advisor, but I terminated the call right away. Just yesterday, I had another call from the number 00141618505897, which also featured a recorded message insisting that I urgently needed to speak with a case officer. I didn’t hesitate to hang up again!
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from a female robot voice saying HMRC is about to take legal action against me and to press 1 to talk to a case officer. I hung up straight away, pretty sure it’s a scam.
HMRC
8 years
Woke up after my night shift and my phone rings straight away. I was like, "Oh great, what now?" It was some automated woman’s voice saying I was facing legal trouble and to press 1 to talk to an officer. Honestly, it's crazy how these calls manage to slip past any filters. At first I was pretty worried, but reading the feedback here has made me feel a bit better about it.
8 years
I got a ring from this number earlier and since I’m with HMRC, I told them straight away. Also, I went ahead and gave a shout to their local cops. Dumb lot, honestly.
HMRC
8 years
Just got one of those annoying calls myself. The robotic woman’s voice is so bossy it could easily fool some folks who are more trusting. Best thing to do is just hang up straight away and block the number if that’s an option.
8 years
Fraudulent call posing as HMRC. 17th May 2018. It’s unbelievable this continues... why hasn’t BT done anything about it?
HMRCBT
8 years
Today I got two calls from the number 01618505897. My wife answered the first one, but she’s pretty sharp and just hung up straight away. When we returned home after being out, we found a voicemail from some automated female voice. Thinking it was probably a scam, I looked it up and came across Who Called Me through my search engine. It's a really handy tool and I’ll definitely be using it again if it happens. My advice, like plenty others have said, is don’t get stressed - just hang up and don’t bother yourself with it.
8 years
I've actually spoken with HMRC, and it’s definitely a scam.
HMRC
8 years
I got a call from a woman telling me HMRC were about to take legal action against me and to press 1 to speak to the case officer. I didn’t press anything because it seemed dodgy. No idea where it could have taken me or if it was risky. This has happened twice now.
HMRC
8 years
I just received a rather alarming automated call claiming that HMRC is taking legal action against me. They instructed me to press 1 to chat with my customs advisor, but I ended the call straight away. Not long after, I got another similar call, this time telling me it was imperative to speak with me urgently and again urged me to press 1 to connect with a case officer. Quite unsettling, to say the least!
HMRC
8 years
My sibling got a call from this number, and they left a voicemail claiming to be from HMRC, stating they were going to open a case against him. It's definitely a scam! I urge you not to return the call.
HMRC
8 years
Got a voicemail just before midnight saying HMRC are taking me to court. I haven’t done anything wrong at all. If they were really going to sue me, I’d expect to get a proper letter, not some phone call. Think about anyone with health issues picking this up - it could really cause them a lot of stress.
HMRC
8 years
My father, who's 82, got a rather concerning phone call from this number claiming they were looking into something and starting an investigation. In his confusion, he called them back and shared his details with some chap who mentioned they’d get in touch again later. We've advised him that if they reach out once more, he should mention that the police are on the case. It's rather alarming!
8 years
I received an intriguing voicemail on my answering machine on the 16th of May 2018 around 4:35 PM. The message was somewhat alarming, hinting at a lawsuit directed at me, yet it never explicitly mentioned HMRC. Just recently, my accountants got in touch, informing me that filing a tax return is no longer necessary, although I could have a minor outstanding tax balance. Could this all just be a peculiar coincidence, or is there a chance that someone is tapping into calls related to HMRC? Just wondering, Anon.
HMRCAnon
8 years
I received a rather alarming call at 2:35 this afternoon. It was a pre-recorded message claiming that HMRC was taking legal action against me. Quite distressing, I must say. I decided to return the call, this time hiding my number. A chap named Mark picked up, and when I inquired about the nature of the call, he promptly disconnected. Clearly, it's a scam, as they've also been pestering me on my mobile.
HMRCMark
8 years
I just received a similar call, and it's definitely a scam! Do yourself a favour and hang up right away if you get it. Don’t engage!
8 years
Got a call from 01618505897 saying it’s HMRC. They mentioned some legal action against me, something about customs and taxes. Was definitely an automated voice.
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from 01618505897 and it was one of those recorded messages saying HMRC have been trying to reach me and to press 1 to speak to someone about my case. Proper frustrating! I guess the person running these calls gets a kick outta it. I’ve just blocked the number now. Doesn't it seem odd that the TPS hasn’t stopped this nonsense?
HMRCTelephone Preference Service
8 years
Received a call from this number at precisely 10:25 this morning, claiming to be related to an urgent matter and urging me to press 1 to speak to a "Case Officer." I wasn't convinced, so I hung up and, upon reflection, decided to ring the HMRC Helpline for clarification. The team there was incredibly supportive and informed me it was indeed a scam, advising me to report it to Action Fraud, which I promptly did. The number was 03001232040, but you can also report similar calls online if it helps.
HMRC HelplineAction Fraud
8 years
So relieved I looked up the number first, it was honestly quite scary and unsettling.
8 years
A call just came through from 01618505897, saying the police are on their way to arrest me over some tax issue. They claimed I owed money, but I told them I was sure I didn’t. Honestly, it gave me a proper fright initially, but I had a feeling it was just a scam.
8 years
Got a call from the States just yesterday - seems like they’re moving fast across the Atlantic! My number’s registered with TPS, so it usually blocks loads, but if this call originated in the UK, then it must be slipping through somehow.
United StatesAtlanticTPSUK
8 years
I got a call from 0161 850 5897 and a robotic woman said HMRC was taking legal action against me, then asked me to press one to talk to someone about my case. I just hung up and rang the real Tax office on 0300 200 3300 to double-check. They told me it was definitely a scam and advised me to report it to the police on 0300 123 2040.
HMRC
8 years
On the 15th of May 2018, I got a call from 01618505897 around 1pm. When I didn’t pick up, an automated message was left on my answerphone claiming HMRC was going to sue me. Because of my disability, I couldn’t answer straight away. They rang again about 5pm but didn’t leave any message that time.
HM Revenue and Customs
8 years
Got a call telling me HMRC is suing me and to hit 1 to talk to the person in charge. I just ended the call and blocked the number. I can see loads of folks getting worried and pressing 1, but this is clearly a scam. HMRC would never handle things like this over the phone.
HMRC
8 years
Got a couple of messages from a robotic lady saying HMRC are about to take me to court and to call my case officer. Absolutely dreadful! It’s shocking how these scammers prey on folks who might be more vulnerable. I’ve fallen for scams in the past, so I made sure to look up the number before doing anything!
HMRC
8 years
Just received a call a minute back and, to be honest, I suspected it might be dodgy, so I hung up. I'm convinced that if it were anything serious, they would have sent a letter or something.
8 years
Like with other calls I’ve had, someone warned me that HMRC is planning to take me to court - I don’t even know where these scammers find people!
HMRC
8 years
I received a call from this number at precisely 10:25 this morning, claiming something quite serious and urging me to press 1 to connect with a so-called Case Officer. After a moment's reflection, I decided to hang up and contact the HMRC helpline instead. They were incredibly supportive and promptly informed me that it was indeed a scam. They recommended that I report it to Action Fraud, which I promptly did. The number in question is 03001232040, and you can also report such dubious calls online.
HMRCAction Fraud
8 years
I received a pre-recorded call claiming that HMRC is suing me and instructing me to press 1 to talk to a customs advisor. Honestly, just hang up immediately! This is an absolutely atrocious scam that needs to be reported and shut down.
HMRC
8 years
Received a call claiming to be from HMRC, saying they would initiate legal action against me. They instructed me to press 1 to be connected with a case officer. However, the line dropped after just 10 seconds. What a disgusting scam!
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from 0161 850 5897 and it was this robotic woman claiming HMRC was taking legal action against me. Pretty intimidating stuff.
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from some robot saying HMRC's about to sue me. What a load of rubbish!
HMRC
8 years
Is there any authority that can hold those behind this to account in a courtroom, perhaps even send them to prison? This situation undoubtedly reeks of a wicked scam!
8 years
I didn’t share the details he wanted. He then mentioned that the police were en route to find me. I replied, “I'm ready for them."
8 years
It's quite alarming how distressing these scam calls can be, especially if one were to fall for their tricks. I do wonder why there isn't a system in place to banish such nefarious numbers from making these calls in the first place! Surely, it's about time something was done to put an end to this nonsense.
8 years
Much like the prior remarks, just hang up on them.
8 years
I nearly had a panic attack! Thankfully, common sense prevailed and I had a look on Google!
Google
8 years
We've just had the same call regarding some Revenue legal action. It's the second time it's happened today!
8 years
I got a call supposedly from HMRC, saying they were taking legal action against me. They told me to press 1 to speak to my case officer. No thanks, probably a scam!
HMRC
8 years
Had two calls from this number today, same story as the rest - claiming to be HMRC. Don’t bother answering, it’s just a scam.
HMRC
8 years
I was informed that there's a legal action taken against me. Quite distressing, to say the least.
8 years
Today, I’ve had a couple of phone calls that I decided to hang up on. Just not in the mood for it!
8 years
It appears that our experience mirrors that of many others. We were approached for details about ourselves, and my wife, upon answering, was quite distressed by the interaction.
8 years
Received a message claiming that HMRC is suing me and urging me to get back to them. Clearly, it's a scam!
HMRC
8 years
Received a call earlier today around four o'clock in the afternoon. An automated message informed me it was from some government agency regarding an alleged case against me. I decided to terminate the call immediately.
8 years
I'm in the same boat! They claimed to be ringing from HMRC, stating there was a court case launched against me. I decided to cut the call short-no point in indulging their nonsense any longer!
HMRC
8 years
So yesterday I got a call from 0161 850 3534 and I immediately blocked it. Then today, guess what? They rang from 0161 850 5897! Had to block that one as well. I’m pretty sure they'll be back tomorrow with yet another number. They really don’t give up, do they!!
8 years
My elderly father, who has a disability, was contacted by this number claiming there was a legal case against him. They falsely represented themselves as being from HMRC and demanded his National Insurance information. He wisely declined to provide any details, at which point they turned nasty, threatening that he would soon be arrested and instructing him to expect a visit from the police. It’s utterly shocking that individuals are permitted to perpetrate such scams against vulnerable members of society in their own homes. Fortunately, my father had the sense to see through their lies this time. It’s high time the government intervened to put an end to this unscrupulous behaviour!
HMRCNational Insurance
8 years
Got this exact message on my voicemail too. Felt a bit dodgy so decided to Google the number before doing anything. Seems loads of others have had this so-called "lawsuit" warning. No clue where they got my digits from since I switched my phone contract not long ago. The number they used was 0161 8505897. Definitely creepy!
8 years
Just got a call about a lawsuit against me, same as what others are mentioning. This was about 10 mins ago from 0161-850597.
8 years
Oh, I'm in the same boat! Tried ringing HMRC, pressed 1 to get through to an advisor... and then, nothing! They just cut me off!
HMRC
8 years
Totally rubbish and so frustratin!
8 years
I received a rather alarming call claiming that there was an ongoing lawsuit against me linked to HMRC. The caller was of Asian descent and struggled to communicate effectively in English, introducing himself as 'Steve, my case officer.' He proceeded to ask for my personal information. I strongly advise against engaging with this number as it's clearly a scam operated by fraudsters.
HMRCSteve
8 years
I've received a rather dodgy call claiming to be from HMRC, saying there’s a case linked to my name. Strangely, I also got a similar call from an overseas number not long ago. They definitely have my details and then they proceed to ask all sorts of questions. Just a heads up, folks-it's a scam, so be on guard!
HMRC
8 years
I received a rather alarming message on my voicemail regarding some legal action taken against me. Quite unsettling, to say the least! How on earth can they just do that? Not at all pleased to receive such a phone call. I ended up just removing it from my messages.
8 years
I received what seemed to be a recorded call claiming to be from HMRC, indicating that they were pursuing legal action against me, although they never actually specified who they were referring to. I decided it was best to hang up before hearing any further details.
HMRC
8 years
Got a call from this number around 3pm today, left a message on my answerphone saying they were from HMRC and that they were taking legal action against me. Then they just hung up! What a load of rubbish. It’s quite unsettling though, especially if someone actually fell for it. How on earth did they get my number when I’m ex-directory? Honestly, I wish these kinds of calls would stop. They’re seriously starting to annoy me!
HMRC

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