Police Seek Suspects in Milton Card Skimming Case

Skimming device found on payment terminal, fraudulent purchases made on EBT accounts

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

The Milton Police Department is investigating a case of credit card skimming after a payment terminal was found to have a skimming device installed on it. The suspects allegedly placed the device on the terminal on February 7, 2026, and returned on February 14 to retrieve data from it. Management discovered the device on February 16 and turned it over to the police. The suspects returned on February 21 to try to obtain more information but fled on foot when police were notified. Fraudulent purchases were made on EBT accounts that used the terminal during the time the skimming device was in place.

Why it matters

Card skimming is a growing problem that can lead to identity theft and financial fraud, costing consumers and businesses millions of dollars each year. This case highlights the need for vigilance and security measures to protect payment systems, especially in high-traffic areas like retail stores.

The details

According to the Milton Police Department, the suspects installed a skimming device on a point-of-purchase terminal in the borough on February 7, 2026. They returned on February 14 to retrieve data from the device. Management discovered the device on February 16 and turned it over to the police. The suspects returned on February 21 at approximately 2:07 p.m. in an attempt to obtain more information, but fled on foot when police were notified. The suspects used a gray Ford Explorer with an unknown license plate during the commission of the crime. Fraudulent purchases were made on EBT accounts that used the terminal during the time the skimming device was in place.

  • The suspects installed the skimming device on February 7, 2026.
  • The suspects returned on February 14, 2026, to retrieve data from the device.
  • Management discovered the device on February 16, 2026, and turned it over to the police.
  • The suspects returned on February 21, 2026, at approximately 2:07 p.m. in an attempt to obtain more information.

The players

Milton Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the card skimming case.

The suspects

Two individuals who allegedly placed a skimming device on a payment terminal in Milton, Pennsylvania.

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What’s next

The Milton Police Department is continuing to investigate the case and is asking the public for any information that could help identify the suspects.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of vigilance and security measures to protect payment systems from credit card skimming, which can lead to identity theft and financial fraud. Consumers should regularly monitor their accounts and report any suspicious activity to their financial institutions and local law enforcement.