Had a few random voicemails on the landline and my mobile saying there’s an issue with my tax return and I owe money. I’m up to date with all self assessments, an accountant prepares and submits. I’ve previously logged in and not seen any outstanding payments, although this has happened to me in the past so not beyond the realms of possibility. I’ve ignored the odd call thinking it was dodgy and I’d get a letter.
Anyway, got an automated call on my mobile yesterday saying same thing and to press 1 to speak to an advisor. I’m under the weather and in haste pressed 1 and gave my name and DOB. IDIOT!!! Was then told an audit of my accounts has shown to be fraudulent and I owe £1000 odd pounds. Was told a warrant had been issued for my arrest - at which point I realised it was a scam. Told her I was now recording the conversation, asked her name and why I hadn’t received a letter. Told letters were not policy. I got angry at this point and said I’m reporting this as fraud to which she was rude to me and then hung up.
I’ve now reported the number to HMRC fraud as it’s a known scam. Just letting you all know in case you get one. Not sure what else I can do! Said my name and DOB v fast and they weren’t English so unless recording and really know how to spell it not sure that’s info they really wanted?
Grrrr 😡