Bank Gloucester Data Breach Lawsuit Investigation
An employee email error on December 8, 2025, exposed sensitive Bank Gloucester customer information to an unauthorized recipient. If you received a breach letter, you may be entitled to compensation and should act quickly to protect your rights. Contact JointheCase for a free, no-obligation case evaluation.
Key Facts of the Bank Gloucester Breach
- Breach date: December 8, 2025
- Consumer notifications mailed: December 11, 2025
- State reporting date: December 17, 2025 (Massachusetts)
- Total individuals affected: 16 (all in Massachusetts)
- Data exposed: deposit account numbers and related financial account information
- Cause: employee emailed a customer file to an unauthorized third party
- Bank response: contacted the unintended recipient, obtained assurance the file was deleted, and found no evidence of misuse
- Law-enforcement report: none filed (no suspected criminal activity)
What Happened?
According to the notification filed with the Massachusetts Attorney General, Bank Gloucester (Bank Gloucester) experienced a privacy incident on December 8, 2025. A file containing deposit account numbers and related details was mistakenly sent by email to a person who was not authorized to receive it. The bank promptly reached out to the recipient, who confirmed the file was never opened and has since been deleted.
Information Exposed
The bank’s notice confirms that the compromised file included the following type of personal information:
- Financial account information, specifically deposit account numbers
How Bank Gloucester Responded
In its filings, Bank Gloucester stated that it:
- Immediately contacted the unintended email recipient
- Received written assurance the file was deleted without being opened
- Found no indication of misuse of customer data to date
- Chose not to notify law enforcement because no criminal activity is suspected
Your Options and Next Steps
Although the bank reports no evidence of fraud, exposed account numbers can still increase the risk of unauthorized transactions. Bank Gloucester’s letter recommends:
- Contacting the bank to discuss assigning a new account number
- Reviewing the enclosed consumer-protection advice provided by the bank
- Monitoring account statements for unfamiliar activity
If you suffered financial losses or wish to explore your legal options, you can join our ongoing investigation. Attorneys are evaluating claims on a contingency-fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless compensation is recovered.
Download Official Breach Notice (PDF)Company Overview
Bank Gloucester is a community bank headquartered at 160 Main Street, Gloucester, MA, USA. Founded in 1887, it operates in the banking industry and maintains an active presence on social media.
- Website: bankgloucester.com
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/bank-gloucester
- Facebook: facebook.com/BankGloucester
- Instagram: instagram.com/BankGloucester
- Headquarters: 160 Main Street, Gloucester, MA USA
- Year founded: 1887
- Industry: Banking
Frequently Asked Questions
I received a data breach letter from Bank Gloucester — what should I do?
Follow the bank’s instructions, consider requesting a new account number, and monitor your statements. If you notice unauthorized activity or want legal guidance, contact JointheCase for a free review.
How do I submit a claim related to the Bank Gloucester data breach?
Complete the evaluation form on this page or call our intake team. You will need a copy of your breach notice and documentation of any out-of-pocket losses.
Am I eligible to join a lawsuit against Bank Gloucester?
If your deposit account number was exposed and you reside in the United States, you may qualify. Eligibility depends on several factors, including proof of exposure and damages. Request a case review to learn more.
What information did the Bank Gloucester breach expose?
The incident involved financial account information, specifically deposit account numbers linked to affected customers.
Did Bank Gloucester offer credit monitoring, and for how long?
No credit-monitoring service was referenced in the Massachusetts notice. The bank instead offered to assign new account numbers and provided consumer-protection advice.
How many people were affected by the Bank Gloucester breach?
A total of 16 Massachusetts residents were notified of the exposure.
How can I get the official breach notice (PDF) for Bank Gloucester?
You can download the letter directly from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s site using the button above.