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01772348196

☎️ 01772348196 👆 is a valid (Landline) United Kingdom Phone Number and it is issued by Gamma Telecom Holdings Ltd. It is part of the phone block 1772348 with a prefix of 01772. The area code 01772 originates from Preston.

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01772 348196 Tagged as:

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TimeLine of events for phone number 01772348196

  • Caller apologized and hung up
    Nov
    2022
  • Refused call from investment firm
    Nov
    2022
  • Multiple calls, no voicemail. Ignored
    Nov
    2022
  • User mentions occurrence 8 times
    Nov
    2022
  • Repeated calls, no credible answer, blocked
    Nov
    2022
  • Suspected scam call: silent hangup
    Nov
    2022
  • Warning signal about potential scam
    Nov
    2022
  • Received repeated calls, unanswered
    Nov
    2022
  • Potential fraud, did not answer
    Oct
    2022
  • Unanswered calls from unfamiliar number
    Oct
    2022
  • User mentions market research
    Oct
    2022
  • Suspicious call from potential scammer
    Oct
    2022
  • Nuisance cold-call numbers are blocked
    Oct
    2022
  • Caller claiming high returns, suspicious intentions
    Oct
    2022
  • Unknown caller number on mobile
    Oct
    2022
  • Claiming multiple instances of scam
    Oct
    2022
  • Missed call from suspected scam
    Oct
    2022
  • Repeated unwanted calls successfully blocked
    Oct
    2022
  • Scam calls received, disconnected them
    Oct
    2022
  • Ignoring unknown calls, curious caller
    Oct
    2022
  • Unwanted calls, no one answers
    Oct
    2022
  • Ignoring phone call for singing
    Oct
    2022
  • Missed call during important consultation
    Oct
    2022
  • Frustrated with cancer diagnosis scam
    Oct
    2022
  • Scammers called repeatedly, upset grandchild
    Oct
    2022
  • Inappropriate cold call interaction mentioned
    Oct
    2022
  • Multiple nuisance calls in succession
    Oct
    2022
  • Recusei uma oferta de emprego
    Sep
    2022
  • Report scam number 01772348196
    Aug
    2022
  • Asians are unintelligible, scammers
    Aug
    2022
  • Beware of scam phone calls
    Aug
    2022
  • Call ended after goodbye statement
    Aug
    2022
  • Annoying automated call was frustrating
    Aug
    2022
  • Aggressive and offensive expression
    Aug
    2022
  • Confused about repeated missed calls
    Aug
    2022
  • Warning about potential scam alert
    Aug
    2022
  • Frequent silent calls are frustrating
    Aug
    2022
  • Repeat calls, silent scam callers
    Aug
    2022
  • Confusion about call from insurance
    Aug
    2022
  • Warning about Asian scammers phone
    Jul
    2022
  • Repeated calls, presumed gender mix-up, amusing
    Jul
    2022
  • Deceptive scammers manipulate during calls
    Jul
    2022
  • Warning about Sanako Service Ltd
    Jul
    2022
  • Unsolicited call, unknown caller, confusion
    Jul
    2022
  • Unknown caller hangs up. Frustrating
    Jul
    2022
  • Receiving repeated calls from number
    Jul
    2022
  • Unknown caller, possibly a scam
    Jul
    2022
  • Excessive calls, ignored and blocked
    Jul
    2022
  • Multiple calls from foreign scammer
    Jul
    2022
  • Received silent scam call, suspicious
    Jul
    2022
  • Blocked number due to harassment
    Jul
    2022
  • Persistent calls, abrupt disconnection after inquiring
    Jul
    2022
  • Ignored unknown call, website helpful
    Jul
    2022
  • Elderly woman received concerning call
    Jul
    2022
  • Unsolicited call likely phishing attempt
    Jul
    2022
  • Warning about repeated scam calls
    Jul
    2022
  • Caller abruptly terminates call
    Jul
    2022
  • Phone call disconnected suddenly and blocked
    Jul
    2022
  • Scam call from British impersonator
    Jul
    2022
  • British people value saving money
    Jul
    2022
  • Suspicious call likely from scammers
    Jul
    2022
  • Call center noisy hung up
    Jul
    2022
  • Fraudulent phone call pretending validity
    Jul
    2022
  • Fraudulent phone call, beware of it
    Jul
    2022
  • Difficult communication with foreign insurer
    Jul
    2022
  • Appreciates positive experience with something
    May
    2022
  • Received irrelevant call during interaction
    May
    2022
  • Frustrated by persistent unwanted calls
    Apr
    2022
  • Missed call from harassing number
    Apr
    2022
  • Concerned about scam phone calls
    Apr
    2022
  • Describes a household electronic device
    Apr
    2022
  • Be cautious of unknown calls
    Apr
    2022
  • Report all scams to police
    Apr
    2022
  • Early cold-call, silent with ping
    Apr
    2022
  • Warning about potential scam activity
    Apr
    2022
  • Picking up leads to no response
    Apr
    2022
  • Missed call, farewell without speaking
    Apr
    2022
  • Warning about potential washing machine scam
    Apr
    2022
  • Beware of washing machine insurance
    Apr
    2022
  • Blocked after silence; 10:26 5/4
    Apr
    2022
  • Received rude tone during call
    Mar
    2022
  • Block this dangerous scam number
    Mar
    2022
  • Unknown caller hung up immediately
    Mar
    2022
  • Missed call, no message left
    Mar
    2022
  • Avoided revealing personal information to caller
    Mar
    2022
  • Frequent issues with Hotpoint washing machine
    Mar
    2022
  • Block annoying pests on Wi-Fi
    Mar
    2022
  • Warning about potential scammers
    Mar
    2022
  • Ignoring insurance scam messages suggested
    Mar
    2022
  • Frustrated with fraudulent phone calls
    Mar
    2022
  • Action needed to stop scam calls
    Mar
    2022
  • Not enough context to summarize
    Mar
    2022
  • Unpleasant nuisance call experiences; ineffective government
    Mar
    2022
  • Unknown caller, foreign accent, background noise
    Mar
    2022
  • No contact, message, blocked in Preston
    Mar
    2022
  • Life insurance comparison quote follow-up
    Mar
    2022
  • Ignoring unknown calls, probably telemarketer
    Mar
    2022
  • Scam call requesting address for survey
    Mar
    2022
Number Of Searches: 548 Number Of Comments: 93 First Seen: 07 March 2022 General Reputation: negative

This number has recently been searched from Laity Moor(Cornwall), St Endellion(Cornwall) and Week St Mary(Cornwall).

01772348196 has 93 comments of which 58 x neutral and 34 x negative and 1 x positive

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01772348196 Summary (Read all comments)

Phone number ☎️ 01772348196 👆 is reported as a persistent nuisance scam number originating from the Preston area. Callers often identify as investment firms, insurance companies, or market researchers but hang up abruptly or remain silent when answered. Multiple reports describe repeated calls within short periods, with no voicemail left. The callers frequently employ foreign accents and use dubious company names, sometimes attempting to discuss financial matters like life insurance or investment opportunities. Recipients have expressed concern over harassment, especially during vulnerable moments, urging caution and warning that engaging can lead to potential financial loss. The consensus advises blocking the number immediately and reporting scams to relevant authorities. Users awaiting legitimate calls are advised to use call screening features and remain vigilant.

Reports on phone number 01772348196

4 years
I received a call where the individual on the line was looking to chat with someone who clearly wasn't me. I informed them that they must have dialed the wrong number. They quickly apologised and then ended the call. I've no clue regarding their identity or the purpose of their call. Quite baffling, really!
4 years
Some bloke said he was calling from an investment company. I told him with this credit crunch I’m skint. He just cut me off straight away. I only picked up cause it was a Preston number and I was waiting on a call from the hospital. Wish everyone was a premium line so they’d have to pay to chat to us!
4 years
I've received several calls from this number over the span of three hours today. They didn’t bother leaving a message, so I’ve chosen to just disregard them.
4 years
They rang me 8 times all in one day!
4 years
Got calls like ten times within an hour, never picked up. No legit company would call that much without leaving a voicemail. Blocked them now.
4 years
Called me twice within ten mins, but when I picked up, no one spoke and they just hung up. Definitely a scam.
4 years
Totally a con.
4 years
They rang me three times in the same morning, but I didn't pick up.
4 years
Didnt pick up as it showed up as possible scam on my phone. They kept calling me 3 times within half an hour. After seeing what others said here, I’m glad I didnt pick up. I’ve gone ahead and blocked the number now.
4 years
Got three calls from 01772-348196 (Preston) but no voicemail or anything. Happy I didn’t pick up, couldve been a waste of time!
Preston
4 years
“...something about market research I think...”
4 years
Someone called saying they were from “Insurance Expert.” I asked if their company was registered in the UK and if there was a website to check. They just ended the call straight away. Feels dodgy, probably a scam.
4 years
Kept callin then hanging up on me. Really irritating and pushy. Happy I looked it up here first. This scammy robocall has been blocked now.
4 years
I received a phone call from a chap with an Asian accent claiming to represent an investment firm. Admittedly, the name of the company escaped me, and I’ve since forgotten it. He proposed I consider closing my bank accounts and moving my funds over to them, promising significantly better returns compared to a standard ISA at conventional banks. This fellow boasted about having ties to Mayfair in London, yet the call was from a Preston number starting with 01772. He even offered to send me brochures and paperwork should I express any interest in investing. I politely declined his propositions, having encountered this kind of spiel before. I was well aware that any funds I might transfer to them would likely vanish without a trace.
MayfairLondonPreston
4 years
I’ve received a call from a number that I don’t recognise on my mobile phone.
4 years
Got scammed over and over and over!!!
4 years
They rang me but I didnt answer, so I looked up the number and it showed as a scam, so I just blocked it.
4 years
This number 017723481960 has rang me 4 times, i hung up right away each time but they kept trying. Finally got them blocked now.
4 years
They rang me two times. The first call they just hung up. The second time no one spoke but I heard noises in the background, so I guessed it was a scam and ended the call.
4 years
This number has rung me no fewer than eight times, yet I've chosen not to answer as I've no clue who it might be.
4 years
They've rung me like 8 times in half an hour, but no one ever answers. Even after I blocked the number, they’re still at it.
4 years
Was singing to myself when I picked up the call, now just going to block the number.
4 years
Just jotted down a reminder for a doctor’s appointment - so annoyed… totally forgot to mention, they kept ringing 4 times within an hour, even a few times while I was actually in the appointment, and then again when I was in the car trying to focus on what they were saying!! Either way, the number is gone now!
4 years
Had a medical checkup and was told there’s a chance it could be cancer - the last thing I need is these scammers pestering me! I’m properly stressed out (in a calm way!). The Government and phone companies really have to step up and deal with this problem. Been forced to block this number.
Government
4 years
They rang me 4 times within an hour. I had my 3 year old granddaughter answer and say hello. When they asked for ******, I told her to say no. They didn’t like that one bit and just hung up straight away. I’m fed up with these scammers. I can’t block the numbers cause I’m expecting important hospital calls. These lot should just stop bothering everyone.
4 years
This number kept ringing me like 6 times within just 4 hours. I never picked up. After the 4th ring, I blocked it but somehow they still managed to call me 2 more times! So annoying.
4 years
Got a call about some crypto stuff, told them I wasn't interested, and this guy with an Indian accent just told me to get lost. Honestly, hope he rings me again 😂😂😂
India
4 years
Uma mulher falou que era de uma empresa qualquer, eu só cortei a ligação na hora.
4 years
### Enough with these dodgy calls from 01772348196!
4 years
They’re from abroad (Asian) and honestly hard to make out what they’re saying, but all they seem interested in is your cash and bank info, absolute scammers, scammers, SCAMMERS!
4 years
01772348196 keeps ringing me non stop, totally a scam call. Best to just ignore and not pick up.
4 years
Automatic call. They just said bye and then ended the call straight away.
4 years
the machine just hung up, what an irritating #### call!
4 years
hope you lot just buzz off, proper idiots you are
4 years
No idea who it was but I had about four missed calls all within like two hours.
4 years
Total scam, dont waste your time!
4 years
They call pretty much every day, sometimes a couple of times. But when I answer, there’s never anyone on the line.
4 years
I couldn't quite make out what the girl was talking about so I just said I'm certain all my insurances are sorted and ended the call. Not sure if that's even what she said. I called back and someone picked up saying they’d ring me back, sounded just like her. This number has popped up on my phone loads of times before but this was the first time I'd actually answered.
4 years
They keep ringing me loads of times and when I pick up, no one says anything. Watch out, these must be scammers.
4 years
This is the 4th time they’ve phoned me. Definitely not the brightest - they kept assuming I was a bloke, and it took ages to convince them I wasn’t! Proper laughable.
4 years
01772348196. Probably some scam from Asia.
4 years
Absolute scammers. Knew exactly what they were doing, I picked up but kept silent. Could hear him breathing down the line, clearly waiting for me to speak first. Just ended the call - total scam attempt.
4 years
Got called by some scammers claiming to be from Sanako Service Ltd, apparently located in the Marshall Islands. Just ended the call and blocked the number straight away. They’ve got loads more numbers too, but a lot of them seem to be coming from Iceland. Quite dodgy!
Sanako Service LtdMarshall IslandsIceland
4 years
I didnt pick up and they rang back after I ended the call, no clue who they were.
4 years
This number seems dodgy, I've gotten calls from it about 4 times in the past hour alone, and it’s been ringing me like 2-3 times daily for the last week now. Maureen Hampshire 0177348196.
Maureen Hampshire
4 years
They keep calling me, I pick up and then they just end the call straight away.
4 years
I picked up and this foreign-sounding person asked if I was Mrs ??? I didn’t say yes and instead asked who was calling, then they just hung up on me! Definitely a scam call.
4 years
Called me a few times in a row, I picked up the first time and they just hung up on me! The last caller was a foreign guy calling himself “Jack” (yeah right!). He asked if I had any issues with a housing association, and when I said no, he then asked if I was struggling with any unsecured loans or debts! Ignore and blocked now…
Jack
4 years
They rang me 5 times in half an hour, no reply from me, and the number was blocked just like everyone else mentioned here.
4 years
there was total quiet and then they just hung up - feels like a scam to me
4 years
Got calls from this number about 10 times today, so I just blocked it.
4 years
Got three calls from them within half an hour. When I asked if they needed something urgently, they just ended the call.
4 years
On 25/7/22 around 4.15pm, this number called me but I didn’t recognise it, so I just ignored it. Looked it up here afterwards. I’ve blocked the number now. Cheers to everyone who shared their experiences!
4 years
Got a call from an unfamiliar number at my nan's place. Luckily she didn't pick up - but they kept ringing and it was quite unsettling.
4 years
I picked up when 01772348196 called but they just ended the call straight away. Looks like it could be some sort of scam.
4 years
The person on the other end just ended the call.
4 years
Another dodgy number 01772348196 just silent calls and then they hang up - had it ring 4 times this week already.
4 years
Picked up the call and it went quiet, so just blocked the number.
4 years
Brits always lookin for ways to save a few quid wherever they can.
4 years
He claimed he was with British Money Savers from London and said he wasn’t trying to sell me anything. I just told him I wasn’t sharing any details and ended the call. Sounds like yet another scam to me.
British Money SaversLondon
4 years
some bloke with a foreign accent called a number that looked like a london 020 a few weeks back, askin about my mum who’s passed. pretty sure it was just some kind of scam.
London
4 years
Picked up the phone but it was some call centre with loads of noise in the background, so I just put the phone down.
4 years
01772348196 kept ringin me sayin they were from some official place but it was all just a load of rubbish tryna trick me. Avoid that number!
4 years
01772348196 kept ringing me up pretending to be some official or whatever, trying to pull off a load of nonsense about blah blah blah. Seems like a right scam to me.
4 years
Got calls from some electrical appliance insurer called Money Matters or something along those lines. The woman on the line was foreign and really hard to understand with all that noise in the background. I’ve told them loads of times to take my number off their list, but they keep ringing!
4 years
Proper pleasant, actually!
4 years
I picked up the phone and there was silence, though I could hear people talking in the background like from a call centre. So I just ended the call pretty quickly.
4 years
Got a call from 01772348196 this morning at about 09:18, but as soon as I picked up, it just stopped ringing. Blocking them is a waste of time since they always seem to dodge the blocks somehow. Honestly, why don’t they just find proper employment instead of being pests? What a joke.
4 years
On 27th April 2022, I got a call from 01772348196 around 15:11. The person on the other end just ended the call without saying anything. Feels like harassing behaviour to me.
4 years
I’ve been getting a lot of scam calls lately! After seeing what people have said on here, I’m definitely going to report it to the cops and also send a message to my MP like some folks suggested. It’s getting really annoying, and something needs to be done about it.
4 years
I got a phone call from someone saying they were from Global Services, but honestly, when I asked for their name, they just mumbled and I couldn’t make it out. I asked again and they just repeated the same muddled answer. I told them if they can’t give me a clear name, I’m not interested and hung up. Seems a bit dodgy to me, so watch out, could be a scam.
Global Services
4 years
This number rang me at 8:51 this mornin and there was just dead silence on the other end, pretty clear it was some cold call. Then I heard a weird little ‘ping’ noise, so I decided to just hang up. I never deal with folks on the phone if I don’t know them, no trust there.
4 years
That's definitely a scam, so I've just blocked the number.
4 years
I answered, but there was no one there. It's really annoying, especially when you're not up and about. Would rather not deal with this sort of thing at all.
4 years
I received a call from this number, but oddly enough, there was complete silence on the line. About fifteen seconds in, I heard a woman’s voice simply say “goodbye” before the call abruptly ended. Quite strange, if you ask me!
4 years
Beware of those washing machine fraud calls.
4 years
Be careful, I nearly got caught up in a scam about insurance for my washing machine. They ring up claiming your machine is covered but then try to charge you loads for it. Don’t fall for it!
4 years
Called me on 5th April at 10.26 but nobody said anything - so I've blocked the number now.
4 years
They called and wanted to speak to me, but as soon as I confirmed who I was, they just snapped "Shut up you" and hung up straight away.
4 years
I've come across this number, and it appears to be linked to some rather dodgy operations by scammers from India. It's wise to take immediate action and block it without hesitation. Clearly, this is not a situation to take lightly.
India
4 years
The moment I answered, the call was cut off straight away. It was from 01772348196.
4 years
Got a call that lasted just 12 seconds, no voicemail or texts were left. I looked up the number on your site and have since put it on my block list.
4 years
This is the third time ive rung this week just about my Hotpoint washing machine.
4 years
Honestly, just block the number, it's such a nuisance!
4 years
Just got another call from those scammy lot, never ending these pests.
4 years
Received a call trying to sell some kind of insurance. Just hang up, block the number, and don’t bother replying. Total waste of time.
4 years
Got a call from this number but they dropped straight away, typical annoying robocall. Looked it up and it’s obviously shady, so added it to my ever-growing list of blocked calls. Why can't the UK government sort this out? It’s getting ridiculous!
UK
4 years
I got a call from someone asking if I was Mr so-and-so. When I said I wasn’t, they just cut the call straight away. The voice had a foreign accent and in the back I could hear what sounded like a busy call centre.
4 years
Never heard of this number before, I'm not from Preston, no message left either so I just blocked it straight away.
Preston
4 years
Yet again, I’m bombarded with dodgy calls from these idiots overseas. Honestly, makes you wonder who’s worse at ripping people off - these scammers or our government in Westminster. They’re like crooks with phones. It’s just grim and no one seems bothered about sorting it out. Honestly, screw them all.
4 years
Got a call from someone about life insurance after I checked a quote on Moneysupermarket. They mentioned they handle quotes for Moneysupermarket and Comparethemarket and said they needed some more info to give me a proper life insurance estimate. Bit suspicious if you ask me.
MoneySuperMarketCompareTheMarket
4 years
I always let my answerphone pick up calls first. This number rings but never bothers to leave anything. Feels like it could be some kinda automated call or from a call centre.
4 years
Got a call that seemed dodgy. They asked for my address for a survey, but I gave my real name and a made-up address. Was definitely a scam trying to fish for info.

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