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05/04/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 05/05/2026 05:22

U.S. Secret Service-Led Outreach Operation Nets Five Illegal Skimming Devices in Northern California

U.S. Secret Service-Led Outreach Operation Nets Five Illegal Skimming Devices in Northern California

WASHINGTON - The U.S. Secret Service and multiple law enforcement partners conducted an Electronic Benefit Transfer Fraud and payment card skimming outreach operation in Sacramento and Napa Counties, California April 27-29. Personnel visited 510 businesses and removed five skimming devices preventing an estimated potential loss of more than $5.2 million. More than 3,000 point-of sale terminals, gas pumps and ATMs were inspected.

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Action Details

  • Date:May 4, 2026
  • Agency:U.S. Secret Service
  • Enforcement Types:
    • Criminal and Civil Actions
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