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jonifen
18-04-2006, 11:37
Hi,

I've just had a call on my mobile from this number +*099805692
I didn't answer it as it seemed a bit of an odd number and possibly a scam.

Anyone have any idea on where this number might originate? Could it be a number from abroad? I've googled it but found nothing so if it is a scam, it doesnt appear to be publicly known as yet.

Thanks for any help in advance,
Jon

Graham M
18-04-2006, 11:45
That dialling prefix appears to be South Africa, possibly Nigeria ;)

jonifen
19-04-2006, 00:18
Aye, that was kinda the idea I had in mind... Especially as I'd never seen that kind of number before!

Thanks for your quick reply though :)

driver_problems
19-04-2006, 00:24
Hi,

I've just had a call on my mobile from this number +*099805692
I didn't answer it as it seemed a bit of an odd number and possibly a scam.

Anyone have any idea on where this number might originate? Could it be a number from abroad? I've googled it but found nothing so if it is a scam, it doesnt appear to be publicly known as yet.

Thanks for any help in advance,
Jon

they have probably found out that you have inherited an oil well from a long lost relative - but need a couple of grand to tide them over while they take care of the admin issues :rolleyes:

DaggaDagga
19-04-2006, 00:59
they have probably found out that you have inherited an oil well from a long lost relative - but need a couple of grand to tide them over while they take care of the admin issues :rolleyes:

Really? Can I help them out instead? I'll give them a ring...

driver_problems
19-04-2006, 01:04
Really? Can I help them out instead? I'll give them a ring...
I tell you what - send me the dosh in used notes and I give you my word that the money will be forwarded to the parties concerned