Money & ATM Scams in Chicago, USA
Card skimming, currency exchange fraud, dynamic currency conversion, and cash cons. Below are the money & atm scams scams reported in Chicago — how they work and how to avoid them.
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Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Money & ATM Scams Scams
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Total in Chicago
How it works
Skimming devices have been reported on ATMs near the Magnificent Mile, River North bars, and convenience stores adjacent to popular nightlife corridors on Division Street and Rush Street. A separate tactic involves an accomplice approaching ATM users to ask a question or cause a distraction at the moment cash is dispensed, allowing a partner to grab bills or observe PIN entry.
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11 total warnings across all categories