Skimming device found on an ATM at Chelmsford supermarket, police say
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Key Points:
- A debit card skimming device and camera were discovered on an ATM inside the Hannaford Supermarket in Chelmsford, Massachusetts, by a technician during maintenance on Friday around 12:10 p.m.
- The skimmer was capable of capturing debit card information, while the hidden camera recorded users' PIN numbers; the duration the device was installed remains unknown.
- Police are advising recent users of the ATM to monitor their bank statements for suspicious activity and to change their PINs as a precaution.
- The Chelmsford Police Department is investigating the incident and has issued safety tips, including inspecting card readers for tampering, covering keypads when entering PINs, and using well-lit indoor ATMs to reduce risk.
