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EBT Skimmers Hit Sedgwick County
13 Jan
Summary
- Five cloned EBT terminals were discovered in Sedgwick County.
- Stolen EBT benefits cannot be recovered by the department.
- Use the ebtEDGE app to lock your account and monitor activity.
EBT card skimmers have been detected in Sedgwick County, Kansas, as reported by the Kansas Department for Children and Families. Authorities confirmed the discovery of five cloned EBT terminals in the Wichita area, which are designed to capture user account details and PINs.
These devices attach to point-of-sale systems and ATMs, posing a significant risk to benefit recipients. The department has stated that any benefits compromised due to these skimmers cannot be recovered, emphasizing the urgency of protective measures.
To safeguard accounts, officials strongly advise EBT users to utilize the free ebtEDGE mobile app. This app allows for regular monitoring of account activity, the ability to lock accounts when inactive, and options to block out-of-state or online transactions. Regularly changing PINs is also a recommended security practice.
