In response to the increase of ATM Fraud/Skimming crimes committed in surrounding cities here is some information on how to protect your personal information.
Skimming is when criminals capture credit card information and personal identification numbers from the magnetic strip on the back side of your card, using a small device that fits into ATM card readers and pin pads.
This hi-tech equipment is equipped with pinhead-sized cameras along with Bluetooth technology that downloads information wirelessly. This information, once copied, can be used to withdraw money or make illegal purchases on your accounts.
In most cases, these devices or “skimmers” are installed on outdoor ATM’s or exposed point-of-sale machines such as gas station kiosks.
Skimmers are difficult to detect, credit cards are better protected against fraud than debit cards.
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