A new scam is on the rise, and there are easy ways you can protect yourself.
The second part of the scam continues in the parking lot, according to the Elkhart Police Department .
"The suspect then follows the victim out to their vehicle, and a second suspect approaches and tells the victim that the $10.00 belongs to them," the Facebook warning reads."The victim gets distracted, and the victim's debit card is lifted out of their purse or wallet."Armed with the debit card and pin number, thieves are able to"rack up fraudulent charges on the victim's card.
As for general safety measures, the EPD warns shoppers to"be aware of your surroundings," especially when using your debit or credit card while people are near, and to shield the key pad when entering your pin. If you believe you are being targeted either inside the grocery store or in the parking lot, EPD stresses that you should alert a staff member or call the police directly.
No matter how tempting it may seem, the EPD says that you should never pick up money that someone points to on the ground. Instead, opt to walk away.
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