Haverstraw Police Conduct Fraud and Identity Theft Operation

The Haverstraw Police Department, in partnership with  investigators from the Rockland County Intelligence Center, conducted a proactive  operation focused on combating fraud and identity theft within the community. 

Detectives and Community Resource Officers visited all gas stations, along with multiple  convenience stores and other businesses that utilize publicly accessible credit card  machines where skimming devices could potentially be installed. Using specialized  skimming detection equipment, officers inspected more than 130 credit card machines  throughout the Town of Haverstraw. No credit card skimming devices were detected  during the operation. 

“These proactive inspections are about staying ahead of criminal activity and protecting  our residents and business owners before they become victims,” said Chief John Gould  Jr. “We will not sit back and wait for crimes to occur or for our residents to be  victimized. By working closely with our regional partners and using advanced detection  technology, our goal is to stay out ahead of these threats and prevent the crime from  occurring in the first place.” 

Chief Gould also expressed his appreciation to Rockland County Sheriff Louis Falco for  his continued support. “I want to thank Sheriff Falco for making these specialized  detection tools accessible to police departments throughout Rockland County, allowing  local agencies to take meaningful, proactive steps to protect our communities.” 

Business owners who would like their credit card machines checked for potential  skimming devices are encouraged to contact the Haverstraw Police Department at 845- 354-1500.