Danville SNAP recipients urged to lock EBT cards after theft reports

Danville's Department of Social Services is warning SNAP recipients to act quickly if EBT benefits were stolen through fraudulent activity.

The city said a significant number of SNAP recipients reported unauthorized theft of benefits issued on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The Virginia Department of Social Services is investigating the incidents to determine the scope of the problem.

Any SNAP recipient who believes benefits were stolen should contact Social Services immediately to report the incident and request a replacement EBT card. The city is also urging recipients to use the Lock/Unlock feature through their EBT account when the card is not being used.

• What to know: Locking the card when it is idle can help prevent unauthorized transactions.
• Who is affected: SNAP households in Danville and nearby residents who use Virginia EBT cards.
• Why it matters: Benefit theft can remove food assistance immediately, so fast reporting and card protection are practical safety steps.

For assistance, residents can contact the Danville Department of Social Services at 434-799-6543 or visit the office during regular business hours.

Source: Reporting based on the City of Danville's July 1, 2026 News Flash item, SNAP recipients warned after benefit thefts, checked July 11, 2026.