Police investigate ATM skimming in Paynesville

Police are investigating a series of ATM skimming incidents in Paynesville last month, Victoria Police say.

A skimming device was placed on an ATM in The Esplanade in Paynesville between 22-26 June.

The card information obtained was then used at numerous ATM’s in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne on 1 July.

Two males were seen in the vicinity around 6.15am and 6-7pm on each day the skimming occurred.

Both males are perceived to be of Indian Sub-Continental appearance and were wearing dark-coloured jackets and beanies.

The first male is described as 170cm tall, approximately 35-40-years-old with a shaved head.

The second man is described as 180cm tall, approximately 30-years-old, with short dark curly hair.

Police would like to remind ATM customers to cover the key pad when using an ATM to protect their personal information.

Investigators have released images and CCTV of two men they believe can assist with their enquiries.

Police are urging anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

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