The Kidder Township Police are continuing their investigation into the skimming devices at the Square One Markets located at the intersection of routes 903 and 534.

A bluetooth skimming device was located inside one of the pumps.

Police said today they will attempt to meet with management to discuss ways to avoid this from happening again.

Police are reminding the public to remain vigilant every time they use their credit/debit card.

When a credit or debit card is swiped through a skimmer, the device captures and stores all the details stored in the card’s magnetic stripe. The stripe contains the credit card number and expiration date and the credit card holder’s full name. Thieves use the stolen data to make fraudulent charges either online or with a counterfeit credit card.

Credit card skimmers are often placed over the card swipe mechanism on ATMs and gas stations, but the skimmers can be placed over almost any type of credit card reader.

Credit card skimming devices are crafted to blend in seamlessly with the machine it’s placed on. Skimmers are designed to fit over the existing credit card reader so look for a credit card reader that sticks out far past the panel.

If you notice a credit card reader that protrudes outside the face of the rest of the machine, it may be a skimmer.

At a gas station, you can compare a suspicious credit card reader to the readers at nearby pumps. If something looks out of the ordinary, avoid paying at the pump. Pay inside or go to another gas station.

Parts of the credit card reader are loose or move when jiggled. The credit card reader should be securely in place.

Also, be on the lookout for a pinpad that’s thicker than normal.

Police ask victims of skimmers to report it to your bank and the police department at 570-722-0192.