Skimming device found on Rochester bank ATM, was there two days

While the skimmer shown above is not an image of the device used in Rochester over the weekend, it is similar to devices used much of the time. (Courtesy image)

ROCHESTER - Rochester Police are reporting that yet another skimming device has been found at an ATM in the city.

The device, which reads unsuspecting customers' credit card information, was discovered on a Northeast Credit Union ATM at 694 Columbus Ave.

Police learned today that the device was placed on the ATM Saturday at approximately 5:45 a.m. before business hours and was removed Sunday evening at approximately 7 p.m. by the suspects.

Police are urging anyone who used the ATM from Saturday morning through Sunday night to contact their financial institutions to alert them of potential fraud on their accounts due to the possibility of their information being compromised.

If consumers do find fraudulent activity on their accounts they should immediately notify their financial institution; oftentimes it can be weeks or months before the fraudulent activity occurs.

The case remains under investigation by the Rochester Police Department.

In February skimming devices were found at two Shell gas stations in Dover.

Meanwhile, Rochester Police would like to remind citizens to be vigilant when using all ATM machines or devices which require you to swipe your debit or credit card. They suggest you utilize machines that are used frequently by other patrons and ones you are familiar with.

If something looks out of place since your last transaction it is suggested to be cautious and contact the owner of the ATM machine, manager at the device location or police.

Consumers should always physically check the card reader to ensure it is not compromised or tampered with. Citizens should also watch their financial records closely and report unusual transactions to their bank or card company.