Saturday, July 12, 2008

Identity Thieves Skimming From Grand Valley Residents

Police are warning residents to keep tabs on their credit cards after thousands of numbers are stolen. Thieves have stolen nearly $150,000 from 40 people since February through skimming. According to Grand Junction police, there is an average of $2,000 dollars stolen during each of the incidents. Police say the suspects' employers and co-workers had no way of knowing the crime was taking place. Police won't release what local businesses are being investigated.
Ways to protect yourself are knowing where your cards are at all times and comparing receipts to your statements. Keep your PIN in a safe place away from the card and always report suspicious activity immediately

Watch the video at http://www.krextv.com/video_player/player.php?file=http://krex.tv/uploads/48056c22-77df-75ff.flv

No comments: