Warning after suspicious activity at ATM

Police are advising people to remember to take some simple crime prevention steps when withdrawing cash from a “hole in the wall.”

It follows a report of suspicious activity around an ATM in Articlave in Co Derry. A PSNI spokesperson said: “We all use ATMs as part of everyday life, often in a hurry.”

Members of the public are urged follow tips below to make sure their transactions are as safe as possible:

- cover the keypad with your hand when entering your PIN number.

- be aware of your surroundings. If you are talking on the phone or wearing head phones you may not be aware of your surroundings.

- if someone tries to distract you of you are unsure if the transaction, just cancel it.

- do not be complacent, a crime can happen around a busy ATM or in a quieter place.

The police spokesperson concluded: “Please report any suspicious activity around ATM to police as soon as possible. Visit our website for more crime prevention advice:http://ow.ly/UHlkO.”