On Tuesday, the Spring Valley Police Department, in coordination with the Rockland County Sheriff’s Intelligence Center, carried out a proactive enforcement initiative known as “Operation Swipe,” aimed at detecting and removing credit card skimming devices from within the community.
As part of the operation, detectives and intelligence officers visited multiple locations where skimming devices are commonly found, including gas stations, banks, retail stores, and ATMs. Authorities reported that, following a thorough sweep, no skimming devices were discovered.
Officials say the initiative is part of an ongoing effort to protect residents and local businesses from financial fraud. Business owners who would like their credit card machines inspected for potential skimming devices are encouraged to contact the Spring Valley Police Department at 845-356-7400.
Thank you to the police for this operation! We greatly appreciate their proactive approach. I often think about whether there is a skimmer when I am paying for something with a credit card. We are fortunate to have in our area some of the best police departments who really care about the community.