Paul Wilson (15
Nov 2004)
"Security info for the holidays"
Just FYI, the Pennsylvania State Police have
circulated a warning for the upcoming holidays and I thought I should pass
it along. Be alert for people standing near you in any checkout lines at
shops, restaurants, grocery stores, etc who have a cell phone out near
you, in their hand but not actually speaking into it. With the tremendous
influx of cell phones with cameras nowadays, it is very easy for them to
take a picture of your credit card, which gives them your name, number,
and expiration date. One of the major news agencies recently reported that
this form of identification theft is one of the fastest growing scams today.
Always be aware of your surroundings.