Chillicothe, OH – On July 21st, 2024, authorities responded swiftly to a report of criminal mischief at the Corner Market situated at 633 Charleston Pike in Ross County. The incident involved the discovery of a credit card skimmer attached to one of the store’s credit card readers.
Sergeant Champion of the local police department was dispatched to the scene at approximately 11:04 AM upon receiving the report. Upon arrival, store employees informed him that they had detected the skimming device earlier that morning. Subsequent checks on the remaining card readers confirmed that no other skimmers were present.
An immediate investigation into the matter was initiated by law enforcement to ascertain the origin of the skimmer and whether any customer data had been compromised. The presence of such a device can potentially lead to unauthorized access to credit card information and financial fraud.
The Corner Market management, cooperating fully with authorities, assured customers that steps were being taken to safeguard their personal information and ensure the security of all transactions. They advised anyone who had recently used their credit or debit cards at the store to monitor their accounts closely for any suspicious activity.
As the investigation continues, the Chillicothe police department encourages anyone with information regarding the incident or who may have noticed anything unusual at the Corner Market to come forward and assist in their efforts.
The discovery serves as a reminder for businesses and consumers alike to remain vigilant against the threat of credit card fraud and to promptly report any suspicious devices or activities to law enforcement authorities.
