Suspicious 'Skimming Device' Found at Gloversville Dollar Tree

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Authorities in Gloversville, New York have recovered a suspicious device attached to a point-of-sale terminal at a local Dollar Tree store. The device appears to be a 'skimming device' that could have been used to collect credit and debit card information from unsuspecting customers. Police are now urging anyone who recently shopped at this location and used a card to closely monitor their bank accounts for any suspicious activity.

Why it matters

Skimming devices pose a serious threat to consumer financial security, allowing criminals to steal sensitive payment card data. This incident highlights the ongoing need for vigilance by both retailers and shoppers to detect and prevent such fraud, especially at high-traffic stores like Dollar Tree.

The details

On March 3, the Gloversville Police Department recovered multiple components from the Dollar Tree store at 169 North Main Street that appeared to be part of a skimming device attached to a point-of-sale terminal. Skimming devices have the potential to secretly collect credit and debit card information from customers without their knowledge when they make purchases.

• The suspicious device was found on March 3, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

The investigation remains active and ongoing as authorities continue to examine the recovered device and determine if any customer information was compromised.