1. Date of Occurrence
Saturday, January 9, 2021
2. Incident Overview
On January 9, the victim arrived at Guarulhos Airport for a business trip and attempted to withdraw cash using a credit card at an ATM located on the second floor of Terminal 3. However, due to the high fees, the victim decided not to proceed with the withdrawal. Later, upon checking the online statement, unauthorized transactions were discovered, totaling approximately $500. When the victim reported the incident to their Japanese bank, they were advised by the bank staff to avoid using ATMs installed in overseas airports, as similar incidents have been frequently reported.
3. Crime Prevention Measures
Skimming methods can vary, including information theft during ATM usage, theft of security codes and PINs by store employees, and theft of information during internet usage. To protect yourself, avoid using ATMs in secluded areas or airports, conduct card payment transactions yourself, cover the keypad when entering your PIN, and consider covering the security code on the back of your card with masking tape.
According to local security authorities, skimming devices are increasingly being integrated into payment devices, allowing information to be stolen during normal transactions. There have even been reports of fraudulent devices being sold in Campo Limpo. While it is not easy to completely prevent such incidents, please exercise utmost caution to avoid falling victim to information theft. Additionally, if you notice any unauthorized charges, immediately contact your card issuer to prevent substantial losses. It is advisable to regularly check your transaction statements to catch any unauthorized activity as early as possible.
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