AUBURN, Wash. — Police are warning the public to be aware of skimming devices illegally installed on ATMs, point-of-sale terminals and gas pumps.
Auburn police tweeted a video showing a skimming device being installed at an Auburn store to show how easily one can be installed.
The devices are used to capture data or record cardholders’ PINs. The data is then used to create fraudulent debit or credit cards.
Police said skimming devices look nearly identical to the authentic devices they are installed on.
Authorities warn people to shake and pull the card reader before using their cards. If something seems suspicious, pay with cash.
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