02033227143

Got loads of missed calls and voicemails from some dodgy HMRC number over the last couple of days, it’s getting really annoying now. Took me a bit, but I finally figured out how to block it, hopefully that stops the nonsense.

Got calls 4 different times today from someone saying they were with HMRC, threatening legal action! Sorted now by blocking them!

THIS IS A SCAM I just had a rather alarming phone call from 020 3322 7143. An automated message claimed to be from HMRC, stating they were initiating legal proceedings against me. It prompted me to press one to speak to a so-called caseworker regarding payment. Upon connecting, he requested my address, date of birth, and National Insurance number for verification. Although I shared my date of birth and address, I didn’t have my NI number handy, which he seemed to conveniently overlook. The chap on the line asserted that the call was being monitored by HMRC and MI5. He insisted that an audit had taken place regarding my taxes from 2003 to 2018, revealing an outstanding balance of £7,999. I was faced with a daunting choice: either settle the matter out of court or contest it. He warned that should I lose the court case, I could end up facing five years of imprisonment and potentially owe £48,000. He ominously mentioned that all my possessions would be seized to recover the unpaid taxes, I'd lose my NI number and driving licence, and he ominously stated that “you would lose your identity altogether.” According to him, if I made a payment right away, they would cancel the arrest warrant and send over an auditor to explain everything - but only after I’d settled the amount due. Naturally, I asked for his name, and despite the thick accent, he introduced himself as Roger Williams and even provided what he claimed was his HMRC identification number (HM79053). At that point, it dawned on me that this might be a scam. I mentioned that I’d be more than willing to pay the amount, but I’d need to consult with my accountant first. I requested a contact number or an email to reach him later. He kept insisting that I couldn’t hang up if I wanted any assistance, but I reiterated that I was quite open to payment and invited him to send someone from his restitution team to discuss the issue further, inquiring whether it pertained to my personal or business taxes. That’s when he abruptly disconnected the call. - caller claimed to be Roger Williams (with a strong Asian accent)

I wish to bring to your attention a rather dubious call I received from the number 020 3322 7143. During the conversation, there was a pre-recorded message claiming, "HMRC is initiating legal action against you." Subsequently, I was pressured to "settle the payment today," insisting it had to be arranged through an "Electronic Store." They mentioned a Government Store located in Maidstone and suggested that due to the distance, I should visit a large retailer instead to buy Google Play vouchers. What struck me as particularly alarming was the commotion in the background, with numerous individuals on other calls, posing a similar range of inquiries. At one stage, I considered heading to the nearest police station while still engaged on the phone, but they insisted I should “keep the line open, as court orders prevent me from disconnecting. Doing so would indicate my refusal to settle the HMRC debt.” This led me to suspect they might have the capability to track my movements, particularly if I ventured anywhere other than the Tesco to procure the aforementioned vouchers. This scheme was impressively intricate, and whilst anyone with a modicum of sense would be suspicious of being asked to settle an alleged HMRC debt via Google Play vouchers, the use of a recording that mimics the HMRC automated service lends an air of authenticity. - Caller ID: 020 3322 7143

I experienced something similar - I enquired if the caller was indeed representing HMRC, and he abruptly ended the call. His accent sounded South Asian, possibly Indian or Pakistani. The number was 02033227143.

I had a rather unsettling experience as well. Initially, when I resisted their push for electronic vouchers, they then provided me with a bank account number and sort code to facilitate payment. Their manner was rather hostile and intimidating, and unfortunately, they had a somewhat believable story, as the sum they demanded wasn’t outrageous considering they were claiming it stemmed from a decade’s worth of audits. I was pressured to settle immediately or face court proceedings, with threats of a staggering £46,000 penalty looming over me, alongside the risk of having all my accounts frozen and my possessions confiscated. This intimidated me into considering payment; however, when I called my bank to make the transfer, I stumbled upon this site and noticed the initial alert regarding the scam, which ultimately saved me from handing over any money. I’ve made sure to report this to HMRC and have shared the bank details they provided.