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HMRC Tax Investigations
+44 20 7946 0123
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Caller
This is an automated message from Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs.
Caller
Our records indicate you have an unpaid tax liability. If you do not call back on this number immediately, a warrant for your arrest will be issued and officers will be sent to your address. Press 1 to speak with a case officer now.
You
... Hello? I just got this message about unpaid taxes?
Caller
Yes, I can see your case here. You owe £3,240 in back taxes from the 2022-2023 tax year. This is your final notice. To prevent prosecution, you need to make an immediate payment. We can accept payment via bank transfer to our secure collections account. I'll give you the sort code and account number now.
You
Can't I just pay through the gov.uk website like I normally do?
Caller
Unfortunately, because this is an escalated enforcement case, the standard payment portal has been locked. The only way to resolve this today is through direct transfer to our enforcement division's account.
Caller
I also need to advise you that discussing this matter with your bank may result in your accounts being frozen as part of the investigation. Shall I give you the account details now?