Fairfield Police Seeking "Shoulder Surfer" ATM Thief

FAIRFIELD - Fairfield Police are asking for the public's help in identifying the suspect pictured here who allegedly "shoulder surfed" and stole money from a bank customer at an outdoor ATM.

According to police, the woman seen in the surveillance image "shoulder surfed" the person in line ahead of her at a local ATM, a process where thieves attempt to observe your PIN number when you punch it in as they stand over your shoulder in back of you.

Police say often, customers will exit the ATM area before the transaction is completed. Thieves standing in line quickly re-enter the stolen PIN before the account is logged out, police say, and can withdraw any amount of money from your account up to the daily maximum.

Fairfield police urge you to be aware of your surroundings before entering your PIN at any ATM. They also say you shouldn't be afraid to tell someone to back away if you feel they are standing close enough to see the number you enter.

Finally, police remind bank customers to completely log out of bank accounts before walking away from the ATM.

If you recognize the woman in this photo, Fairfield police urge you to call the Fairfield Major Crimes unit at (707) 428-7600.

-image via Fairfield Police Department