Warning Scam Number: 0161 112781
The telephone number 0161112781 is being used in a scam targeting UK residents. They are using ‘scary and intimidating’ tactics that leave a bad taste in the mouth even for those who avoid the scam.
In this case the scammers aim is to extract personal and bank details which can then be used for the purposes of fraud. In order to avoid this scam it is best to not answer the phone to any calls from the number 0161 112781.
Yep. This happened to me this afternoon, but I thankfully realised before it was too late.
They were really scary and intimidating on the phone too… absolute turd monsters.
The phone # used was 01691 112781#hmrc #scam #fraud #phishing https://t.co/296sFd63UM— Dr Emily Guerry (@EmilyGuerry) October 7, 2020
What should I do if I get a call from 0161 112781?
Do not answer the phone to this number. Block. Report to HMRC by emailing phishing@hmrc.gov.uk
If you have been a victim of this scam contact Action Fraud.