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WHO DOES IT Cash Machine (ATM) distraction theft is committed by Organised Criminals working alone or as part of a team. Their aim is to steal your PIN, your card and your money. REPORTING If you are the victim of a Cash Machine (ATM) distraction theft Report to the Police by calling 101 or going onlineReport immediately to your card issuer to freeze your cardReport at the nearest branch of your bankIN AN EMERGENCY CALL 999 DISTRACTION TECHNIQUE EXAMPLES Standing too close so they distract you or read your PIN as you type it inOffer you help in order to distract youScare you or make you jump to distract youDrop money on the floor to distract youTapping your shoulder or saying you have something on your clothing to distract youDistract you by saying that the Cash Machine (ATM) is not working and directing you to another machine PREVENTION Do not allow yourself to be distracted whilst using the cash machineLook out for anything unusual on or around the Cash Machine (ATM)Be very aware of your surroundings and of people standing around youCover the PIN pad whilst entering your PINSecure your cash and card immediately after using the machine If you are suspicious, or if anything concerns you, cancel your transaction and remove your card! REPORT TO THE POLICE BY CALLING 101 OR GOING ONLINE | 
