Full Notification

Grosse Pointe Farms Police is releasing information about a recent attempted crime/scam at an ATM machine on Kercheval near Muir Road

** Suspicious Incident **

At approximately 12:15 pm on Wednesday (02/03/10) a female was approached by a male subject stating that he had lost his ATM card in the machine. This subject asked to borrow her bank card to use in the ATM. Subject stated he would be able to access his account by using her card. Suspecting that this was a scam the female stated "no" and walked away while calling the police. This subject was gone on police arrival.

Residents are advised to never allow an unknown person "borrow" their ATM card. Please contact the police if this occurs to you.

ATM Safety Tips:

*When you arrive at an ATM, look around. If you see anything that makes you uncomfortable or anyone who looks suspicious, do not stop. Either use an ATM at a different location or come back later. Notify police.

*Have your access card and any other documents you need ready when you approach an ATM. While you are fumbling with a wallet or purse, you are easy prey for a thief.

*If someone else is using the ATM, stay alert to your surroundings. Look up and around every few seconds while transacting your business.

*Protect your Personal Identification Number (PIN). Do not enter your PIN if anyone else can see the screen or keypad. Use your body to shield your PIN from onlookers. Don't give your PIN out to others. This is the leading cause of theft.

*When your transaction is finished, be sure you have your card and your receipt, then leave immediately.

*Avoid counting or otherwise displaying large amounts of cash.

*As you leave, be aware of anything suspicious. If you think you are being followed, go to an area with a lot of people and call the police.