A joint operation involving federal and local law enforcement in Miami-Dade County targeted credit card skimmers at businesses across Hialeah and Homestead. The U.S. Secret Service worked with the Hialeah and Homestead police departments to locate and remove the illegal devices.
How the Skimming Operation Worked
Surveillance video captured two individuals installing a skimmer inside a grocery store. One subject distracted a cashier while the other person installed the device on a point-of-sale terminal.
Businesses Inspected Across Hialeah and Homestead
The joint team visited 378 businesses, including gas stations. They inspected thousands of point-of-sale terminals, ATMs, and gas pumps during the operation.
Devices Removed and Fraud Prevented
The operation resulted in the removal of 13 illegal skimming devices. The effort prevented more than $13 million in potential fraud losses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Credit Card Skimmers
What agencies participated in the credit card skimmer operation?
The U.S. Secret Service worked with the Hialeah and Homestead police departments to find the skimming devices.
How many businesses were inspected?
The joint team visited 378 businesses, including gas stations, and inspected thousands of point-of-sale terminals, ATMs, and gas pumps.
How many skimming devices were found?
A total of 13 illegal skimming devices were removed during the operation.
How much potential fraud did the operation prevent?
The operation prevented more than $13 million in potential fraud losses.
How were the skimmers installed at businesses?
Surveillance video showed one subject distracting a cashier while another person installed a skimmer inside a grocery store.
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