PITTSBURGH (KDKA) — Pittsburgh Police are investigating a report of a card skimmer being found at a station in the city’s Brookline neighborhood.

Pittsburgh Police say a possible skimmer was reported at the Exxon gas station and 7-Eleven convenience store located along Brookline Boulevard on Wednesday. 

The alleged victim told police their transaction was declined, but funds not matching that original transaction were still withdrawn from their account. 

Police say their investigation is still ongoing and ask anyone who suspects illegal activity to report it to their local police zone or call 911.

Things to watch for when it comes to card skimmers

Devices like the one being investigated in Brookline have been reported at grocery stores throughout the Pittsburgh area over the past couple of months, including in places like New Kensington, Lower Burrell, Plum, and Scott Township.

As more of these devices pop up, here’s a few things you can do to remain aware and vigilant.

First, inspect card readers before you use them.

Watch out for bulky, damaged, or loosely attached devices and look for any exposed wires.

Pull the edges of the key pad before you enter your PIN and you should cover the keypad with your hand in case a camera is recording your number.

Instead of swiping or inserting your card, Pennsylvania State Police troopers say it’s safer to tap your card if it has that option or pay via your mobile device.

COYOACAN, Mexico (KDKA) – When the Pittsburgh Steelers play on the road, their fans follow them in droves. It’s called “Steeler Nation” for a reason. 

However, one place where the Steelers have a massive fan base is south of the border in Mexico and that footprint just got larger. 

The NFL and Kentucky Fried Chicken have opened three team-themed locations in Mexico and it includes the Steelers. 

Each location is decked out in team colors, logos, and jerseys, and has a Big Box Meal that comes with a mini helmet. 

The Steelers-themed KFC location is in Coyoacan, about 30 miles south of Mexico City. 

According to a report from SteelersNow’s Alan Saunders, the Steelers could play a game in Mexico City this year, making it the first time the Steelers have played an international game since 2013. 

A 2015 study from Harvard Sports Analysis found that the Steelers had more than half a million followers on Facebook from Mexico and have sponsored trips to Mexico that included active Steelers players. 

“We would definitely like to play in Mexico again sometime soon,” said Steelers President Art Rooney II. “We have a great fanbase down there, and we have the right under the new international program the league has to have more of a presence in Mexico.” 

Along with the Steelers location, there are San Francisco 49ers and Kansas City Chiefs locations.