The telephone number 020 7898 3269 is being used in the UK to make automated scam HMRC calls to UK mobile phone numbers. If you receive a phone call from this number then do not reply or press any of the automated options left in the message.
HMRC Arrest Warrant Phone Call
A common scam in 2020 is for fraudsters to try and con people into believing a fraud investigation has been launched against them by HMRC. The scammers, purporting to be HMRC, make phone calls to UK phone numbers and suggest a fraud investigation has been launched against the potential victim. If you don’t answer they will usually leave a message warning press 1 to avoid an arrest warrant being issued against you.
Remember HMRC do not usually initiate phone calls. They usually communicate via the post. Therefore if you receive a phone call like this you should not answer the phone. Instead you can block the number.
How do I report HMRC Scam Calls?
You can report fake HMRC phone calls from the telephone number 020 7898 3269 by emailing phishing@hmrc.gov.uk