Northlake police warn of gas pump screw scam
Summary
The Northlake Police Department warned about a scam at gas pumps where scammers put screws in the nozzle holder. This trick keeps the pump running and charges your card while a thief fills their tank using your money. Customers should check the nozzle holder for screws and wait until the pump resets before leaving.Key Facts
- Scammers place small screws inside the gas pump nozzle holder to block the lever.
- This prevents the pump from turning off and keeps charging the customer’s card.
- A thief nearby then uses the pump to fill their own tank while the original customer is charged.
- Customers should check the nozzle holder for screws before pumping gas.
- Wait until the pump screen resets to zero and asks for a receipt before driving away.
- Listen for the nozzle clicking back into place to confirm it is properly shut off.
- Avoid accepting help from strangers who offer to hang up the nozzle.
- If you see a jammed pump, do not touch it and tell the station attendant immediately.
- Victims should contact local police and their bank if unauthorized charges appear.
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