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Galloway police said two men entered the Wawa on West White Horse Pike in the Pomona section of the township at around 7:39 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27. They were in the store for a "short period of time" and installed the skimmers on two ATMs, according to the Friday, Mar. 1 Facebook post.
The devices were found by an ATM mechanic while performing routine maintenance. Police received a report about the skimmers on Thursday, Feb. 29.
Skimmers are card readers designed to look like part of an ATM or places to insert cards like on a gas pump. The skimming attachment collects card numbers and PIN codes, which can be replicated onto counterfeit cards.
Galloway police suggested that you check for sticky glue or tape on any part of an ATM while using one. You should also look for "bulkiness" on number keypads or where you insert a card.
You should also check for anything that's hanging from an ATM. It's also suggested that you wiggle the card slot or keypad for loose attachments.
Anyone who has recently used one of the ATMs at the Pomona Wawa should closely monitor their bank statements for unauthorized transactions. If your card information was stolen by skimmers, you should immediately contact your bank and file a report with the Galloway Township Police Department.
Police also said they're looking to speak with anyone who was in the Wawa around the time the skimmers were installed. If you have information, you should call Galloway police at 609-652-3705.
You can also send an anonymous tip to the Crime Stoppers of Atlantic County at 609-652-1234 or 274637 (CRIMES).
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