Reports describe callers using Irish accents, posing as representatives from firms like KBS or Key 3, to reach directors over supposed business acquisitions or private shareholding issues. They often reference personal details or company data, appearing persistent and evasive when questioned, leading to labels of harassment or danger. Such tactics suggest potential phishing or data gathering attempts to exploit sensitive information. Businesses should verify caller identities independently, never share details unsolicited, and log incidents with authorities like the ICO if data protection concerns arise. Implementing call screening protocols can help mitigate repeated nuisances.
A man with an Irish accent claimed he was looking to acquire businesses across the UK and Ireland, merely rattling off directors' names that could be sourced anywhere; this feels like harassing spam and could be dangerous.
A staff member left a message saying they’d call back with some info they’d supposedly uncovered about us. Clearly they’re calling repeatedly, given the amount of data they’ve logged on the site, yeah.
They claimed to be calling from "KBS" and asked for directors; when pressed, a man called George said it concerned a private shareholding issue, then insisted I email them – a highly suspicious approach.
The caller demanded the director’s personal number, the chat felt dodgy and he never explained what he wanted or which company he represented, yeah.
A gentleman claimed to represent KBS, sounding very convincing and asking to be transferred; when I pressed for details, he mentioned a share‑holding issue, despite my repeated refusals.
He claimed to represent Key 3, asked for my boss, and when I said the manager wasn’t in, he responded with "That wasn’t my question, but goodbye" before hanging up.
