(KLZA)-- The Falls City Police Department is warning area residents that a skimmer has been used in the area to steal credit card and debit card information. 

Assistant Police Chief Jamie Baker explained a skimmer device is plugged into a machine that takes a debit or credit card, such as a gas pump. The skimmer records your information and is later put onto a blank card someone can use that has your information.  

Baker said that he has received reports of skimmers being used in Falls City as well as in the surrounding area.  

Baker says it is important to review your debit and credit card statements closely. If you find any type of fraudulent charges, you need to contact your bank or credit card company immediately as well as the police department.  

Baker said a skimmer can be attached to a gas pump, and that it would not necessarily be something you can see.