Banks' plan to fight ATM crime

Banks' plan to fight ATM crime: "Bank card-related crimes are down but still more can be done."

• While card fraud figures show a downward trend nationally, criminals continue with attempts to defraud banking clients

• Counterfeit card fraud remains a prevalent fraud method

• Skimming of cards with handheld skimming devices at ATMs is on the increase

• Members of the public are advised to guard cash safely after making ATM withdrawals to avoid being robbed