Player used as video recorder to obtain PIN numbers

Jan 13, 2015 10:37 GMT  ·  By
The iPod nano was stuck to the ATM machine using double-sided duct tape
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   The iPod nano was stuck to the ATM machine using double-sided duct tape

You’d think that thieves using iPods as video cameras to steal card information were pretty savvy, but Greater Manchester Police aren’t impressed. At least not after they found this iPod nano stuck in plain sight on an ATM machine in Gatley, Stockport.

The police department issued a public warning, saying “Reports of an ATM in #Gatley being found with a card reader and mini camera attached to it. Be vigilant when using them.”

iPod nano used as spy camera

Police were called on Thursday evening (Jan 8) in the Gatley, Stockport area in Greater Manchester after someone noticed the Apple device stuck in the upper left corner of an ATM. Stockport law enforcement concluded that the iPod nano was being used to record PIN entry, while a fake card slot placed over the real one was rigged to prevent the cards from ever coming back out.

Waiting for the victim to walk away from the ATM, the thieves would physically obtain the card after removing the fake plastic front. Using the information recorded on the iPod, they would proceed to empty the stolen credit/debit card. It isn’t clear if this particular ATM made any money for the thieves, and no arrests had apparently been made at the time the news hit the web.

Greater Manchester Police takes to Twitter

In a smart move, GMP Stockport West used social networking to spread the news about other potentially rigged ATMs in the area, complete with photos.

The police department remarked on Twitter, “To be honest not the best attempt we have seen,” referring to the crude fitting of the equipment onto the ATM.

Anyone who believes they have new information is encouraged to contact police at 101, or Crimestoppers at 0800 555111. You can do so anonymously.

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