The purpose of the Crime Beat is to educate and inform the public about some of the property crime trends occurring in South Delta and other files of interest. If you see anything occurring that you believe to be suspicious, call 911 for inprogress crimes and emergencies or 604-946-4411 for other assistance.
The following are some of the calls the Delta police responded to in the previous week:
TSAWWASSEN
June 14, 1:22 a.m., 600-block Boundary Bay Road: The officer observed a vehicle that was swerving between the lanes of traffic and failing to respond to traffic lights. After being pulled over the driver exhibited symptoms of alcohol consumption: he was unable to spell his own name and had slurred speech. A roadside breath demand was issued and the driver complied, resulting in a "FAIL" reading. Driver issued 90-day immediate roadside prohibition, vehicle towed and impounded for 30 days.
June 14, 4:34 p.m., 1100-block of English Bluff Road: Complainant reported youth throwing eggs at people and traffic from the balcony of a residence. Officers attended the residence and spoke to the youth and homeowners to remind them it was not a laughing matter and the possible consequences.
June 15, 11:21 a.m., 700-block of 53rd Street: Complainant's bike stolen from bike rack where it had been left and locked. The bike is described as a green, 27-speed Men's Giant. Officers viewed available surveillance video that showed a person wearing dark pants, a top with white sleeves, and a white hood or do-rag/bandana walking way with the bike. Bike added to police databases.
June 18, 1:25 p.m., 100-block of Centennial Parkway: Complainant reported earrings stolen from her residence, possibly during a small gathering the previous weekend. No indication a break and enter had occurred. Complainant provided with file number for insurance purposes.
June 18, 6:54 p.m. 5100-block of 12th Avenue: Complainant heard a loud bang outside his residence and observed a collapsed traffic sign at the intersection and a grey pick-up truck speeding away. Police patrols unable to locate the vehicle, no licence plate obtained.
June 20, 1:04 p.m., 55th Street and 12th Avenue: Complainant reported that a vehicle blew through a red light in the intersection. Vehicle stopped by police later and found to have inactive insurance in addition to the traffic light offence. Registered owner/driver issued violation tickets for both offences.
LADNER
June 14, 8:31 a.m., 5200-block of Commodore Drive: Complainant reported construction workers and their vehicles speeding to and from the new development. Patrol and traffic sections notified for follow up and enforcement during peak times.
June 14, 8:45 a.m., 5200-block of Central Avenue: Complainant lost her car keys and then one week later discovered her vehicle door open and all her compartments open. Nothing stolen. Complainant took vehicle to dealership for re-keying.
June 14, 10:07 a.m., 5300-block of Grove Avenue: Complainant left vehicle unlocked and unknown person rummaged through it. Forensic exam not conducted as the registered owner had already gone through the vehicle.
June 14, 10:07 a.m., 5400-block of Grove Avenue: Unlocked vehicle entered overnight and a set of PING golf clubs in a PING bag were stolen.
June 14, 9:44 a.m., 5200-block of Central Avenue: Unlocked vehicle entered overnight and a tin of candies stolen. Forensic exam not conducted as the registered owner had already gone through the vehicle.
June 17, 12:32 a.m., 4800-block of Delta Street: Complainant reported noises coming from the alley. Police attended and located a female in a vehicle with a male. The couple provided a nonsensical story that they had been in the area for a Craigslist transaction where they had received items they did not want. Pair appeared as though they had been rummaging through the alley. As there was no offence, they were sent on their way.
June 20, 5:27 p.m., 4800-block of 55B Street: Complainant observed a male walking away from her residence with a package that had been on her doorstep concealed under his jacket. The complainant confronted the male and he gave the package back, claiming he just wanted a cardboard box. Male was joined by a second male and they walked away. Area patrols conducted but unable to locate suspects. All items recovered by complainant.
