Police Blotter: Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 Nov 18, 2009
An Odessa man reported someone he knew used his debit card at 7-11, 721 N. West County Road at 8:30 a.m. Monday. Failure to stay and render aid. (Odessa American, TX)
No credit for card tricks Nov 18, 2009
Two discount air carriers, Spirit Airlines and Allegiant Air, now charge fees to customers who pay by credit or debit card. Spirit adds a $4. (CNN -- Travel)
Palm Beach Merchant Services helps businesses save on processing fees Nov 18, 2009
The credit card companies and their banks charge merchants the fees, sometimes called "swipe fees" every time a credit or debit card is used ... 62 percent plus 13 cents for a debit card transaction, while a high-volume retailer might pay 1 ... The reason some businesses prefer customers pay with a debit card and a PIN is that card processors charge merchants more for credit card transactions. (The Palm Beach Post)
Internet Scam or Post-Sale Bargain? Nov 18, 2009
Experts say the practice by familiar online retailers of automatically passing consumers' credit or debit card information to a third-party marketing firm is a relatively new and growing business practice in e-commerce. They say it often leads customers unwittingly down the path of buying something they don't want -- or even know they're getting. (ABC News)
The Coppell Police Department responded to the following incidents Nov 18, 2009
Unknown suspect used victims debit card number. Nov. 3. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 18, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Senate Hears Calls for Regulation of Overdraft PracticesSen. Dodd calls for a limit on overdraft fees per month and year. Nov 18, 2009
Last week the Federal Reserve announced new rules that ban banks from charging overdraft fees on debit card and ATM transactions unless a customer specifically opts into an overdraft program ... Because his bank did not immediately notify him of the initial overdraft and $35 fee, Livieri continued to use his debit card, which resulted in the additional charges. (ABC News -- Business)
Police warn about text scam Nov 18, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Memorial Scholarhip Set Up to Honor Centene Employee Nov 18, 2009
For credit or debit card gifts, or for more information, call (573) 518-2261. Published: Tuesday, November 17, 2009. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Fun ways to raise a money-wise kid Nov 18, 2009
They do not have maintenance or debit card charges either. And the best part is they have a daily withdrawal limit of about Rs 4000. (India Times)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 17, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
The Coppell Police Department responded to the following incidents Nov 17, 2009
Unknown suspect used victims debit card number. Nov. 3. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
PayPal overshadowing eBay's auction business Nov 17, 2009
But unlike what happens with a credit or debit card online, PayPal doesn't share your financial information with merchants. That brings peace of mind to people who might otherwise worry about shopping at a site they've never heard of. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Police warn about text scam Nov 17, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police blotter: Relationships gone astray Nov 17, 2009
TIP: Check your balance on that debit card before hitting the bar and restaurant. Better yet, buy a hamburger and grab a six-pack and stay home if the funds are short. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Credit To Debit? Nov 17, 2009
Use a debit card and you'll be unable to access your cash for days or even weeks. Debit cards come with fewer consumer protections ... Debit Card for Teens. (W-USA News, DC)
Palm Beach Merchant Services helps businesses save on processing fees Nov 16, 2009
The credit card companies and their banks charge merchants the fees, sometimes called "swipe fees" every time a credit or debit card is used ... 62 percent plus 13 cents for a debit card transaction, while a high-volume retailer might pay 1 ... The reason some businesses prefer customers pay with a debit card and a PIN is that card processors charge merchants more for credit card transactions. (The Palm Beach Post)
Debit the halls? Be careful Nov 16, 2009
For many, part of the strategy for keeping on budget is leaving credit cards at home and using a debit card. But before heading out to the stores with debit card in hand, make sure you understand the risks ... Some advocates even say you should never carry debit cards, because they offer less protection from thieves than credit. (Republican-American)
Fed: Banks Need Customer Consent On Overdraft Fees Nov 16, 2009
WASHINGTON (AP) --Banks will have to secure their customers' consent before charging large overdraft fees on ATM and debit card transactions, according to a new rule announced Thursday by the Federal Reserve. The rule responds to complaints from consumer groups, members of Congress and other regulators that the overdraft fees are unfair because many people assume they can't spend more on a debit card than is available in their account. (W-USA News, DC)
The Coppell Police Department responded to the following incidents Nov 16, 2009
Unknown suspect used victims debit card number. Nov. 3. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 16, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police warn about text scam Nov 16, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police warn about text scam Nov 15, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 15, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Money strains a friendship Nov 15, 2009
She mentioned she only had a debit card with her ... She reminded me that she only had her debit card. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Debit the halls? Be careful Nov 15, 2009
For many, part of the strategy for keeping on budget is leaving credit cards at home and using a debit card. But before heading out to the stores with debit card in hand, make sure you understand the risks ... Some advocates even say you should never carry debit cards, because they offer less protection from thieves than credit. (Republican-American)
The Coppell Police Department responded to the following incidents Nov 15, 2009
Unknown suspect used victims debit card number. Nov. 3. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
How we are being watched Nov 15, 2009
Every time we buy something with a credit or debit card we let the firm know where we are and what we are buying. Information can be held on our spending patterns and also on our reliability as a customer. (BBC News)
The Coppell Police Department responded to the following incidents Nov 14, 2009
Unknown suspect used victims debit card number. Nov. 3. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Editorial: New overdraft rule positive Nov 14, 2009
Thats why a new Federal Reserve rule makes sense requiring banks to get consent from consumers before charging large overdraft fees on ATM and debit card transactions. With online and mobile technology, banks also ought to warn customers if theyre nearing the limit or allow them to deposit more money or transfer from other accounts to cover the deficit. (The News-Press -- Opinion)
Grand jury indicts 15 Nov 14, 2009
Raymond Granville Walker, 21, Brenham, charge of debit card abuse. Keith Lee Williams, 25, Brenham, charge of theft of a firearm. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Brazil making inroads against hunger Nov 14, 2009
Despite isolated allegations of favoritism in granting the aid, the program is less corruption-prone because of its electronic database and payments registered by debit card. Decentralization has helped cut red tape, experts say. (AlertNet)
Fed limits debit, ATM overdraft fees Nov 14, 2009
A new rule requires banks to get customers' approval before charging debit card and ATM overdraft fees. ASSOCIATED PRESS FILE PHOTO | Oct. 16, 2009. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 14, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police warn about text scam Nov 14, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police Blotter: Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009 Nov 14, 2009
An Odessa woman reported someone used her debit card at Rosa s Cafe ... An Odessa woman reported someone used her debit card at RadioShack, 100 Wal-Mart Court, Nov. 7. (Odessa American, TX)
Your DNA up for grabs Nov 14, 2009
We are still able, I think, to use cash, but only until currency is tagged, so that envethough cash is obtained from an ATM, it will be tagged so that it is know that it was distributed to the holder of the debit card. Once that occurs, and with the inclusion bio-reading, then currency may be tracked from user to user. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Fed will require bank customers to OK overdrafts Nov 13, 2009
Consumers may have to give their approval before banks can charge them large overdraft fees stemming from ATM and debit card use ... By Kathy Chu, USA TODAY The Federal Reserve released a long-awaited rule Thursday requiring banks and credit unions to get consumers' permission before charging steep fees to pay debit card and ATM overdrafts ... The Fed released a preliminary rule on debit card and ATM overdrafts late last year, but didn't say then if it would require banks to get consumers'... (USA Today -- Money)
Help to Avoid Over Spending During ... Nov 13, 2009
Set limits on a credit card or use a debit card. Be realistic about what can be afforded, avoid media hype and include children in a budget so that they don't have unrealistic expectations. (Suite101.com)
Something phishy? Nov 13, 2009
Some residents also received calls and texts asking them to reset their debit card pin numbers. If you received one of these calls and provided the information, please contact your area local bank as soon as possible, said Pat Laney, public information officer for the sheriff s office. (Terrell Tribune, TX)
AP News in Brief Nov 13, 2009
Banks will have to secure their customers' consent before charging large overdraft fees on ATM and debit card transactions, according to a new rule announced Thursday by the Federal Reserve. The rule responds to complaints from consumer groups, members of Congress and other regulators that the overdraft fees are unfair because many people assume they can't spend more on a debit card than is available in their account. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Jessica book sales fall short Nov 13, 2009
Banks will have to secure their customers' consent before charging large overdraft fees on ATM and debit card transactions, according to a new rule announced Thursday by the Federal Reserve. Photo Galleries. (Yahoo News -- Jessica Lynch)
Police warn about text scam Nov 13, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Fed Announces New Rules on Overdraft FeesThe Fed announces rules that allow consumers to opt out of bank overdraft fees. Nov 13, 2009
New Rules Proposed to Ban Banks From Charging Overdraft Fees on Debit Card and ATM Transactions ... The Federal Reserve today announced new rules that will ban banks from charging on debit card and ATM transactions unless a consumer opts in to an overdraft program ... The Fed conducted testing that showed that most consumers want coverage for checks but do not want to be enrolled in overdraft programs for debit card and ATM transactions. (ABC News -- Business)
New Fed overdraft rule doesnt go far enough Nov 13, 2009
The Federal Reserve Boards action today on debit card overdraft fees legitimizes an abusive product without providing any substantive protections for bank customers, says Eric Halperin with the Center for Responsible Lending ... Why its so easy to slip up Theres a good chance your debit card has automatic overdraft protection. (MSNBC -- Business)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 13, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 12, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Police warn about text scam Nov 12, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Harry Reid Gets It: The Issue is Jobs! Jobs! Jobs! Nov 12, 2009
Get the facts about unemployment Get a $250 grocery food debit card. Featured. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
8 charged in elaborate ATM cyberheist Nov 12, 2009
A U.S. grand jury on Tuesday indicted eight foreigners on charges stemming from an elaborate cyberheist that began by hacking debit card data from Atlanta-based payments processor RBS WorldPay, then using the data to extract millions from ATMs around the world in just 12 hours ... Companies use such accounts to distribute salaries via debit cards, which employees use at ATMs to withdraw their pay. (AZCentral -- Business)
Hacking ring caught in $9 million fraud Nov 11, 2009
The ring allegedly stole more than $9 million in less than 12 hours after hacking into payroll debit card information last November from the Royal Bank of Scotland Group in Atlanta. After breaking encryption used to protect customer data on payroll debit cards the group allegedly raised the account limits on compromised accounts ... They then provided a network of "cashers" with 44 counterfeit payroll debit cards, which were used to withdraw more than $9 million from over 2,100 ATMs in at least... (MSNBC -- International)
Beware of scammers trading on Googles name Nov 11, 2009
Consumers had to provide a credit card or debit card number to cover shipping which is typically only a few dollars. But consumers told BBB they were billed before their trial ended or never even received the CD and continued to be billed after they had canceled their order. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Memorial Scholarhip Set Up to Honor Centene Employee Nov 11, 2009
For credit or debit card gifts, or for more information, call (573) 518-2261. Published: Tuesday, November 10, 2009. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
A Look at Some Checking Account Terms Nov 11, 2009
Make at least five debit card purchases a month. CITIBANK: $7. (ABC News -- Wire)
Feds Bust Hacking Ring Accused of Stealing Millions Nov 11, 2009
It comes about two months after a 28-year-old computer hacker from Miami pleaded guilty to charges that he helped lead a worldwide ring that stole more than 40 million credit and debit card numbers ... The ring was charged with hacking data for payroll debit cards, which enable employees to withdraw their salaries from automated teller machines. (Fox News)
nFinanSe teams with Winn-Dixie Nov 11, 2009
will launch a reloadable prepaid debit card in Winn-Dixie Supermarkets in December ... The new Visa reloadable prepaid debit card will sell for $3 at retail stores. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Feds bust ATM hacking ring accused of stealing $9M Nov 11, 2009
The acting U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Georgia said Tuesday that the ring hacked into payroll debit card information of Royal Bank of Scotland Group in Atlanta. The U.S. attorney, Sally Quillian Yates, says the group created 44 counterfeit payroll debit cards used to withdraw money from more than 2,100 ATMS in at least 280 cities worldwide, including the United States. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Police warn about text scam Nov 11, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 11, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Oconee County police blotter Nov 11, 2009
Fraud: On Oct. 30, a resident of Rankin Road, Watkinsville, reported someone used her debit card to make purchases for $144. She believes her brother may be responsible. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Police Blotter 11/11 Nov 11, 2009
An Odessa woman reported a known person took her debit card and used it between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Thursday in the 200 block of Barrow. FRAUDULENT USE OF IDENTITY. (Odessa American, TX)
Little Elm police calls for Oct. 22 Oct. 28 compiled from information provided by the Little Elm Police Department. Nov 10, 2009
8:28 p.m. - Credit card or debit card abuse reported at 800 block of W. Eldorado Pkwy. Share this Article. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Memorial Scholarhip Set Up to Honor Centene Employee Nov 10, 2009
For credit or debit card gifts, or for more information, call (573) 518-2261. Published: Monday, November 09, 2009. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Thefts and Mischief Nov 10, 2009
Nov. 5, 10:33 a.m., debit card fraud and first-degree theft were reported in the 2000 block of Grant Street. Nov. 5, 1:41 p.m., a possible scam was reported in the 800 block of Lewis Street. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Police warn about text scam Nov 10, 2009
The scam hit an unknown amount of Sprint subscribers late last week and said that their debit card had been deactivated. The text message gave four different phone numbers asking the subscriber to call in order to reactivate. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
