Uptick in EBT fraud: Police share tips to spot card skimmers

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Nov 25, 2024
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Dayton police are sharing tips to help spot credit card skimmers as the department is seeing an increase in EBT fraud.

Skimmers are devices that can be found on ATMs, debit and credit card terminals and gas pumps. The skimmers electronically collect card information for thieves to use or sell on the dark web.

Different types of skimmers include ATM skimmers, keypad overlays and EBT skimmers.

Police suggested the following to avoid being a victim of skimmers:

  • Check the card reader before using it. Don’t give a card to a cashier to complete a transaction. If the card reader appears to be tampered with, don’t use it. Contact the police and store supervisor.
  • Change your PIN routinely, especially before the following month’s benefits are provided.
  • Download the latest version of the ConnectEBT app. The app has an option to lock your card between uses.
  • Purchase food online if possible.

Dayton police are warning the public to protect their EBT card information after seeing an increase in fraud. Photo courtesy the Dayton Police Department.

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