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Officers in the city are warning people to be on their guard after a number of cash point distraction thefts.

Suspects are targeting lone people at cash machines in Melton Road, Belgrave Road, Fosse Park and the city centre. The suspects watch the victims put in their PIN numbers into the machine. Once they have obtained the PIN number they distract the victim and take their card out of the machine. They then leave the victim thinking the machine has swallowed their card.

 Sgt Wayne Nimblette from Keyham Lane local policing unit said: "Members of the public are being urged to be vigilant while using cash machines.

 "I would strongly advise that they cover the keypad whilst entering their PIN number and they are aware of anyone standing close to them or trying to engage in conversation with them while they are using a cash machine."

Three people have been arrested in connection with the incidents and are on police bail pending further enquiries.

Anyone with information about the thefts is asked to contact Sgt 1842 Wayne Nimblette on Leicester (0116) 222 2222 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted key in his identification number 1842. Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers free* and anonymously on 0800 555 111.

*Please note, some mobile phone providers may charge for this call .

Issued on 22/08/08 at 10:54

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