Skimming Device Discovered At ATM In Wawa Store: Aberdeen Police

ABERDEEN, MD — A skimming device has been found at a PNC Bank ATM located a 231 North Philadelphia Blvd. inside a Wawa, according to Aberdeen Police.

Officials said they believe the device was installed March 23 and discovered a day or two later. The police department said anyone who used that ATM should monitor their account for suspicious activity.

According to the FBI, ATM skimmer devices usually fit over the original card reader. Some ATM skimmers are inserted in the card reader, placed in the terminal or located along exposed cables. Pinhole cameras installed on ATMs record a customer entering their PIN. Pinhole camera placement varies widely. In some cases, keypad overlays are used instead of pinhole cameras to records PINs. Keypad overlays record a customer’s keystrokes. Skimming devices store data to be downloaded or wirelessly transferred later.

Tips When Using an ATM or POS Terminal

• Inspect ATMs, POS terminals, and other card readers before using. Look for anything loose, crooked, damaged, or scratched. Don't use any card reader if you notice anything unusual.
• Pull at the edges of the keypad before entering your PIN. Then, cover the keypad when you enter your PIN to prevent cameras from recording your entry.
• Use ATMs in a well-lit, indoor location, which are less vulnerable targets.
• Be alert for skimming devices in tourist areas, which are popular targets.
• Use debit and credit cards with chip technology. In the U.S., there are fewer devices that steal chip data versus magnetic strip data.
• Avoid using your debit card when you have linked accounts. Use a credit card instead.
• Contact your financial institution if the ATM doesn't return your card after you end or cancel a transaction.