Dexter, Missouri - On Thursday April 18th 2019, a local bank contacted the Dexter Police Department to report someone placing a “skimming” device on an ATM machine.  During the investigation, it was revealed the device was placed on and removed from the ATM on April 3rd 2019.  The local bank contacted their compromised customers and made them aware of the situation.

The “skimmer” or “skimming device” is an electronic device which reads and stores data contained within a credit/debit card, commonly associated in the theft or credit/debit card information.

The Dexter Police Department is requesting the public’s help in identifying the person captured on surveillance video at the ATM location.  Please contact the Dexter Police Department at 573-624-5512.

The Dexter Police Department offers these tips for staying safe from card skimmers:

• Wiggle the partition where you place your credit or debit card prior to conducting any transaction. If the credit card slot area is loose, notify an employee of the business of your findings.


• Check gas pumps before inserting any credit card into a scanner. Consumers can look for a sticker that crosses between a pump and the pump access door that is located near the credit card slot. If that sticker has been cut or if there is tape residue, notify a store attendant and law enforcement should be notified.


• When entering your Personal Identification Number (PIN), cover the keypad with your other hand to shield your PIN from any cameras in the vicinity. Change your PIN number occasionally.


• Monitor bank accounts and credit card statements for fraudulent charges. If any appear on your statements, immediately contact your banking institution or credit card company to dispute them. Then notify your local law enforcement agency.