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Santander cash machines: Five ATMs in Lancashire shut over crime fears Santander cash machines: Crime fears at Lancashire and Cheshire ATMs
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Five Santander cash machines have been shut down due to "potential criminal activity and vandalism", the bank says. A number of Santander cash machines have been shut down due to "potential criminal activity and vandalism", the bank has said.
Lancashire Police earlier warned people not to use Santander machines across the county due to criminals targeting them to steal card details and cash. Police in Lancashire and Cheshire warned people not to use Santander machines due to criminals targeting them to steal card details and cash.
It came after a series of incidents, and police said the bank was unable to deactivate the machines. Santander said "five ATMs were shut down immediately" but cash machines elsewhere remained "fully operational".
But Santander has said the "five ATMs in question were shut down immediately". People who have lost money have been urged to contact the bank and police.
The bank said its network of cash machines "remains fully operational", and added that customers should always be "vigilant". Latest updates on this story and more on Greater Manchester Live
In a statement issued earlier, police said: "We are still taking reports but a series of similar incidents last week occurred in all parts of the county. The advice, therefore, is not limited to a specific area or town. Lancashire Police said: "We are still taking reports but a series of similar incidents last week occurred in all parts of the county. The advice, therefore, is not limited to a specific area or town.
"It is not clear if machines beyond Lancashire have been targeted, so customers outside of Lancashire should contact Santander if they are concerned or see anything suspicious." "We are advising the public to be vigilant, in particular of Santander machines, but of any cash machines. Report anything suspicious, have a visual check of the cash point and if in doubt leave it and go somewhere else."
Cheshire Police also issued a warning to avoid Santander machines in Wilmslow, Cheshire.
The force tweeted: "Cheshire Police have received reports of issues with Santander ATM's in Wilmslow. Please do not use the machines and call your bank and 101."
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