Police: Boston Man Using Skimmer to Steal ATM Information

Police in Boston’s North End neighborhood are actively searching for a wanted man who they believe is stealing personal information at an ATM in the area.

Investigators say the suspect is using a “skimmer” to extract information from customers that use a Citizens Bank ATM on Hanover Street. It’s not known if any other machines in the area have been compromised.

Skimmers are another name for devices that are placed over ATM card readers. The device then gathers information from the magnetic strip on the card.

According to police, the suspect made off with $10,000 last month.

Those with any information about the identity of the suspect or location are asked to contact police by calling 508-533-3212.