Received a call starting with 'Hello [my name], this is Richard. How are you?' - typical call centre scam.
Australian mobile
0489 931 992Who called from 0489 931 992?
Bad callAnswer it? Bad call.
3 people have reported 0489 931 992. 3 (100%) say it's a bad call - most often reported as scam. It was first reported 6 Nov 2026 and most recently .
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- Reports
- 3
- Bad calls
- 3
- Lookups
- 1
- Last report
What people say 0489 931 992 is
100% Bad call
Summary
People report receiving calls from someone claiming to be named Richard, which they identify as a call centre scam.
3 reports about 0489 931 992
Got a call from a 'Richard' - sounded like a call centre scam.
Call centre scam call: 'Hello [my name], this is Richard. How are you?'
What to do if 0489 931 992 calls
- Don't answer - or hang up. Don't press any keys, don't say "yes", and never read out a code sent to your phone.
- Don't call back. Calling back confirms your number is live and it gets sold on.
- Never tap a link in a text from this number. Go to the real website or app yourself.
- Block it - how to block a number on iPhone, Android and landlines.
- Report it to Scamwatch, and here on BadCall so others are warned.
- Lost money or gave details? Call your bank now, then IDCARE on 1800 595 160. What to do if you've been scammed.
Questions about 0489 931 992
Who called me from 0489 931 992?
Nobody who reported 0489 931 992 has said who the caller claimed to be. 3 reports describe it as scam.
Is 0489 931 992 a scam?
Its BadCall Score is 87/100 (bad call), from 3 reports: 3 bad call, 0 not sure and 0 safe. Reports are people's own experiences, not verified facts.
Where is 0489 931 992 from?
0489 931 992 is an Australian mobile number. Mobiles aren't linked to a place and can be moved between carriers, so the number alone can't tell you where the caller is.
How do I block 0489 931 992?
On an iPhone open Recents, tap ⓘ next to the number and choose Block this Caller. On Android open the Phone app, tap the number in your call history and choose Block (or Block / report spam). Full instructions for every phone and landline.
How do I report 0489 931 992?
Use the form on this page - it's free, anonymous and takes 30 seconds. If it was a scam, also report it to Scamwatch (scamwatch.gov.au). If you lost money or shared bank details, call your bank straight away.