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consumer-safety2 years ago•2 min saved

Beware of Evolving Gas Station Scams: Tips to Stay Safe

The Lower Marion Police Department in Pennsylvania has issued a warning about a scam called "pump switching" that occurs at gas stations. Scammers offer to pump gas for customers and either use the nozzle to fill their own vehicle or keep it active to pump gas for other customers and pocket the cash. To avoid falling victim to this scam, customers should pump their own gas, return the nozzle to the pump themselves, and wait for the transaction to end before leaving. If targeted, individuals should pull off to a safe distance, call 911, and wait for assistance.

via Lifehacker|

#consumer-safety #fraud-prevention #gas-station-safety

scam-alert2 years ago•1 min saved

Beware of "pump switching" scam at Pennsylvania gas stations, warns police department

The Lower Merion Police Department in Pennsylvania is warning residents about a "pump switching" scam at gas stations, where scammers approach customers and offer to help while they fill up. The scammers take hold of the gas pump and continue the transaction after the victim leaves, while also offering to pump gas for other drivers and requesting cash payment. They run up charges on the victim's credit card and pocket the cash before police arrive. The police advise customers to hang up their own gas nozzle or end the transaction on the pump's keypad, and to obtain a receipt as proof of purchase.

via CBS Philly|

#gas-prices #lower-merion-police-department #montgomery-county