Cedar Grove Police Department Offers Tips on Protecting Yourself from ATM Fraud
In response to the recent discovery of a skimming device and camera installed on a local bank’s ATM machine, the Cedar Grove Police Department is offering the following tips to help avoid becoming a victim of ATM fraud:
1. When using an ATM machine, be alert for suspicious devices;
2. Check the ATM machine for parts that look crooked or are loose;
3. Look for parts with mismatched colors;
4. Look for parts partially covering machine instructions or other stickers;
5. Since hidden cameras are often used in tandem with skimming devices to capture the victim’s PIN number, the user should conceal the ATM machine key pad with his/her free hand to prevent the camera from recording the number.
6. Pay close attention to your bank statements or balance. Check often for any unauthorized activity;
7. Contact bank personnel or the police if you suspect the ATM machine you are using has been tampered with.
Address/Location
The Township of Cedar Grove/Cedar Grove PD
525 Pompton Ave
Cedar Grove, NJ 07009
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 973-239-4100
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