Identity Thieves Upgrade Their ATM Skimming Devices

In case you hadn't seen this news report:

Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

As I wrote previously about ATM skimming devices, my advice for consumers:

• If an ATM machine looks like it has a skimming device attached, use a different ATM machine. Don't try to remove the skimming device. Notify law enforcement and or the bank.
• Experts recommend that consumers check their bank statements frequently for fraudulent entries and cash withdrawals, because it is difficult to spot skimming devices
• Use ATM machines that are in well-lighted and in public places
• Anybody can buy and operate an ATM machine, so I only use ATM machines from my bank. When you use an ATM machine, you are trusting that retail store to keep that ATM machine secure
• I avoid unfamiliar-looking ATM machines because it is harder to spot an ATM machine that may have a skimming device attached