Police
are urging residents to be extra vigilant when using ATMs after a card reader
device was found on a machine in Sudbury.
The
device was found on the machine outside a supermarket on Station Road at 3.15pm
Wednesday 22nd August.
The
device was removed from the machine and at this stage no one has come forward
to report any fraudulent activity on their account.
Officers
would like to offer the following advice in relation to this incident: -
It
is always a good idea to check an ATM thoroughly before use, as it may not be
apparent that a device is attached.
Customers
should alert the branch immediately, or contact police, if they find anything
suspicious.
It
is also sensible to cover the keypad with your hand and check your bank
accounts regularly to prevent yourself falling victim to other types of ATM
fraud.
Details
about all types of card fraud in the UK can be found at http://www.financialfraudaction.org.uk/ including
tips on how to prevent it happening to you.
Anyone
who feels they may have been the victim of fraud should contact their banks
immediately.
If you have any information relating to this incident
please contact Suffolk Police on 101 quoting reference SU/12/1815.
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