Ventura, Calif. — The Ventura Police Department is expanding its crime prevention efforts by launching a new initiative that empowers Volunteers in Policing (VIPs) to conduct routine inspections for illegal credit card skimming devices at gas stations throughout the city.
Using specialized handheld Skim Scan devices, trained volunteers will help safeguard residents from electronic theft by checking fuel pumps and other unattended card readers for hidden hardware designed to steal payment information.
“Our volunteers play an essential role in helping us extend our presence in the community,” said Chief David Dickey. “By adding Skim Scan inspections to their duties, we’re increasing our ability to stop fraud before it happens and protect residents at places they visit every day.”…