ATM Skimmer Found At Greenfield Educator's Credit Union: Report

GREENFIELD, WI — Police in Greenfield say a credit card-skimming device was found on the ATM of the Educators Credit Union on Loomis Road.

According to a FOX 6-TV report this week, Greenfield police are assisting in the investigation, and learned that the skimming device was on the ATM from July 15 to July 17. Authorities say customers who used the ATM at that location may have been affected.

For those who believe they were impacted by credit fraud, Educators Credit Union officials say you can call them at (262) 886-5900 to have your card blocked.

Skimmers take one of two forms:

External Devices — false card readers that fit over actual card reader on the pump.

Internal Devices — typically a communications cable with an in-line recording device that is run between the card reader and main board.

While at the ATM or gas pump, consumers can protect themselves by:

Lightly wiggling the card reader; external skimmers may feel loose and come off.

Looking to see if any security seals have been broken on the dispenser cabinet.

If you see any signs of tampering, tool marks or loose card readers, tell the store manager and do not use that ATM or gas pump.