April 25, 2019 - The Madera County Sheriff's Office reports these photos show one of four skimmers removed by MCSO Detective Cuthbert from the Oakhurst Valero. These skimmers are installed inside the pump and are not visible or physically detectable from outside. They are also Bluetooth capable so the person who installs the skimmer only needs to use a Bluetooth device to obtain the data stored.
We would like to remind citizens that the best way to avoid becoming a victim of these types of scams is to pay inside at the cash register, rather than at the pump. Though it may not be as convenient, the extra few minutes it takes to walk inside will certainly be less time consuming than having to work with your bank to change your card information and recover stolen funds in the event of fraudulent activity.
This investigation remains ongoing. If you have information or believe you may be a victim relating to this case, please contact the Madera County Sheriff’s Office in Oakhurst at 559-642-3201.
Source: Madera County Sheriff's Office
April 18, 2019 - The Madera County Sheriff's Office reports on April 16, 2019, the Madera County Sheriff’s Office received several calls for service in the Oakhurst area regarding fraudulent credit 
card activity. Due to the number of incidents and similar circumstances, Madera County Sheriff’s Detectives initiated an investigation, and were able to identify two local gas stations as possibly being related to these thefts.
At this time, there are 35 identified victims in this case who purchased gas from Vons Gas and/or Valero in Oakhurst sometime in the last week. Much of the fraudulent activity linked to their cards was in the form of money order purchases made in Southern California.
This investigation remains ongoing. If you believe you may be a victim relating to this case, please contact the Madera County Sheriff’s Office in Oakhurst at 559-642-3201.
Source: Madera County Sheriff's Office
