Stay Safe While Using the ATM
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Observe your surroundings. If the ATM is obstructed from view or poorly lit, go to another machine.
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Take a friend along, if you can, especially at night.
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Look for suspicious activity. If you feel uneasy, cancel your transaction and leave the area immediately.
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Don’t display your cash. Put it away immediately and always take your receipt.
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If you drive up to an ATM, be sure to keep your doors locked and engine running while conducting your transaction.
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If you are followed after using an ATM, go to a crowded, well-lit area and call the police.
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Look for possible fraudulent devices attached to the ATM. If something is suspicious, report it to the financial institution that owns the machine.