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01490 590 247

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User comments about this number

There are total of 8 user comments about calls from 01490 590 247. Last comment has been made . The overall rating for 01490590247 is HarassingRead Disclaimer

reported 01490 590 247 as Dangerous
Yet another scammer, became agresive when asked how many mugs she had swindled today. Hardly spoke any English. a realy bad example could be dangerous as she repeats your number to ensure this is the right person then quietly asked your name to check records . Be very aware of this one.

reported 01490 590 247 as Harassing
01490 590247 - Scam number don’t answer they’re weirdosssss

reported 01490 590 247 as Harassing
Claimed to be from SKY TV & Broadband. Poor English. They asked how much my last bill was.

reported 01490 590 247 as Harassing
Yet another junk call. Best blocked and ignored in future to avoid wasting time.

reported 01490 590 247 as Dangerous
Cold call from someone trying to run a scam related to energy and other topics. The caller had very poor English.

reported 01490 590 247 as Dangerous
so called energy consultant - spam call.

reported 01490 590 247 as Dangerous
Suspicious conversation no information given before call ended.

reported 01490 590 247 as Dangerous
Claimed eligibility for a mobile loyalty discount but could not confirm provider details properly.

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