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DOLLAR General customers have been warned to check their bank accounts after devices feared to steal shoppers’ data were discovered.

The device was allegedly planted at a store earlier this week, sparking a police investigation.

Person holding a skim reader device and gas station credit card reader at a gas pump.
Bradenton Police got new skimmer-detection gadgets to help officers spot tampered machinesCredit: Bradenton Police Department
Security camera image of two people leaving a store.
Skimmer was installed in the Dollar General store on May 14Credit: Attica Police Department
Exterior of a Dollar General store.
Police warned shoppers to check their bank accounts after a skimmer was discovered at a Dollar General (stock image)Credit: Getty

The incident unfolded in Attica, Indiana, roughly 80 miles from Indianapolis, where officers were called after a suspicious device was spotted.

Cops confirmed it was found on a card reader at the Dollar General.

Cops believe the skimmer was installed on May 14.

Anyone who used a card at that store since then could be at risk.

Police are urging customers to scan their statements for suspicious charges.

“If you realize that you might be a victim of this situation, promptly reach out to the Attica Police Department once you become aware of the fraud,” stated the Attica Police Department in a Facebook post.

Cops have begged shoppers who recognize the people in the surveillance footage to come forward.

An investigation is ongoing.

“All suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law,” they added.

FLORIDA POLICE TAKE LEAD

Skimming is a growing threat across the country, with devices popping up on gas pumps, ATMs and checkout counters.

Walmart’s New Anti-Tampering Labels: How Shoppers Can Stay Safe from Skimming Devices

Criminals use them to secretly collect card numbers and personal data.

But in Florida, one police department is fighting back with high-tech tools.

Bradenton Police just got new skimmer-detection gadgets to help officers spot tampered machines.

The tech was provided through a grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.

What is a skimmer device?

A skimmer device is a fraud tool designed to steal sensitive information from credit or debit cards during transactions.

  • Imagine a skimmer device as a sneaky thief that hides on ATMs or card machines.
  • Its job is to secretly steal your credit or debit card information when you use it for a transaction.
  • These devices are like tiny spies that can copy your card details, including the card number and PIN, without you even realizing it.
  • Skimmers can be cleverly disguised to look just like the regular card reader, making them hard to spot.
  • Once they have your information, bad guys can use it to make fake cards or buy things without your permission, causing a lot of trouble and stress.
  • It’s important to always be cautious and check for anything unusual on card machines before using them to protect yourself from these sneaky devices.

“Criminals use skimming devices on ATMs, fuel pumps, and point-of-sale terminals to capture credit and debit card information,” the Bradenton Police noted in a post.

To avoid falling victim, cops suggest using mobile payment apps like Apple Pay or Google Pay.

These platforms encrypt card data, making it harder for thieves to grab your details.

RISE IN SKIMMING DEVICES

Dollar General isn’t the only retailer being exploited by scammers looking to steal your banking details.

In April, a “nearly invisible” card skimmer was uncovered at a CVS pharmacy in Ohio.

The discovery led officials to sound an urgent alert and share advice on how to recognize the scams.

Even Walmart shoppers have fallen victim to the paper-thin devices, which can remain for days without being noticed.

Officials also advise checking your statements regularly or setting up alerts for any strange activity.

Early detection can help you shut down fraud fast before major damage is done.

But, some Walmart shoppers have spotted tape on card machines.

It has been interpreted as a strategy to stop shoppers from tampering with the card readers.

Skimming machines are not just found in supermarkets or grocery stores.

Experts have warned that they can be found in fuel stations and ATMs.

Two damaged Ingenico Lane/7000 payment terminals.
Criminals use them to secretly collect card numbers and personal dataCredit: Bradenton Police Department
Man using self-checkout kiosk in a store.
To avoid falling victim, cops suggest using mobile payment apps like Apple Pay or Google PayCredit: Bradenton Police Department
Man paying at a gas pump.
Skimmers can be disguised to look just like regular card readerCredit: Bradenton Police Department
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