avoiding card fraud - strange requests for your pin numbers

posted by askmrcredit on (7 years ago)

This form of fraud involves thieves who find creative ways to steal your credit or debit cards when you don't know about it. For example, sometimes people crawl behind rows in movie theaters and steal pocketbooks while you are watching a movie. When you return home they call you, identify themselves as bank security agents, and ask for your PIN numbers. If you hesitate, they simply ask you to phone their supervisor and give you an accomplice's phone number to call. By doing so, they are able to get your PIN numbers and use the stolen debit cards to withdraw cash and make purchases.

Again, never reveal your PIN number to anyone. Also, never keep your PIN number in your purse or wallet. Don't write your PIN on your card either. Always try to memorize it.

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