Data Breach Summary
American National Bank & Trust, a community bank headquartered in Wichita Falls, Texas, has reported a data breach that compromised the personal and financial information of over 52,000 individuals. Affected individuals are advised to monitor financial accounts and credit reports for any suspicious activity.
The breach occurred between January 21 and 22, 2025, when unauthorized access was detected on the bank’s network. Upon identifying the intrusion, the bank took immediate steps to secure its systems and initiated an investigation with a cybersecurity firm. By April 28, 2025, the investigation confirmed that personal data had been accessed without authorization.
The breach has impacted individuals in multiple states, including Texas, California, Massachusetts, Vermont, and New Hampshire. In Texas alone, at least 52,977 individuals were affected. American National Bank & Trust has begun notifying affected individuals via mail. The bank is offering one year of complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services through Epiq Privacy Solutions ID, which includes credit monitoring, identity theft insurance, and other protective measures.
The compromised information includes:
Following the breach, American National Bank & Trust faces potential class-action lawsuits from customers alleging negligence in protecting personal data. Data breach lawsuits often claim companies failed to implement adequate security measures or delayed disclosure of breaches, thereby increasing victims’ risk of financial and identity theft damages.
Affected users may be entitled to compensation for costs related to identity monitoring, fraudulent transactions, lost time addressing the breach, and emotional distress.
If you received notification from American National Bank & Trust regarding this breach, we recommend:
Regularly monitoring your credit reports and financial accounts for suspicious activity
Placing fraud alerts or security freezes on your credit reports with Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion
Taking advantage of the free identity monitoring services offered by American National Bank & Trust
Reporting any suspected identity theft to law enforcement, your state attorney general, or the Federal Trade Commission
If you were impacted by the American National Bank & Trust data breach, you may have the right to seek compensation for the potential harm caused. Class Action U is dedicated to helping data breach victims connect with skilled attorneys who specialize in this area of law and can guide you through the legal process.
Individuals whose personal information was exposed may have valid grounds to join a class action lawsuit, allowing them to pursue restitution.
If your data was compromised, you could be entitled to compensation for:
Loss of privacy
Time spent resolving the breach
Out-of-pocket expenses
Emotional distress
By pursuing a class action lawsuit, you not only have the opportunity to recover damages but also help hold American National Bank & Trust accountable, potentially prompting them to strengthen their security measures. Reach out to Class Action U today to find out if you qualify for a data breach class action and learn more about the compensation you may be entitled to.
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