Screwed at the pump: Scammers using screws to steal gas with other people's money

Can a simple task like filling up your vehicle put you at risk of becoming the victim of a crime? Unfortunately, the answer is yes.

Criminals aren't using screws at gas pumps to scam customers, despite warnings

A Virginia police department's inaccurate Facebook post resulted in numerous local ABC, CBS, FOX and NBC news affiliates ...

Police warn drivers about a potential gas pump screw scam, but is it just a hoax?

The 'gas pump screw scam' has been making the rounds on social media, but the reality is pretty murky ...

Fact Check: Gas pump 'screw method' scam warning is a hoax

Social media users, news media outlets and police departments promoting the warning did not confirm any credible reports of ...
WGAL

'Pump-switching' scam rises in popularity in Pennsylvania as gas prices soar

SHOWING AVERAGE GAS PRICES BY COUNTY. WELL, AS PRICES SPIKE, SOME PENNSYLVANIA COMMUNITIES ARE ALSO SEEING A RISE IN A SCAM. TAKING ADVANTAGE OF PEOPLE’S GOODWILL. IT’S CALLED PUMP SWITCHING, AND THIS ...
Forbes

Card Skimming Fraud Costs More Than $1 Billion At The Gas Pump Each Year

Thieves use card skimmers to steal debit and credit card information at gas pumps. Here’s what to look for and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim. This voice experience is generated by AI.