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Identity theft and fraud are on the rise; protect yourself! Do you know that thieves convert bank ATMs to cameras and steal customers' identification information?   (Thanks to the Roanoke Valley Crime Line for permission to use these photos.)   Thieves install equipment on the front of an existing bankcard slot.   The equipment appears normal.   The camera, which will read your PIN illegally, is installed on the ATM and housed in an innocent looking leaflet holder.   The camera is installed and ready to capture your PIN by looking down on the keypad as you enter it.     Be AWARE! Be ALERT! Be SAFE!