The following are some of the calls of interest the Delta police responded to in the South Delta area between Monday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 6:
Tsawwassen
Oct. 3, 12:18 p.m., 5500-block of 9th Avenue: Complainant left his bicycle locked in the bike rack at the recreation centre while he went to work and when he returned the bike and lock were gone. The bike is a described as a black Trek Cyclocross road bike and is valued at $1,200.
Oct. 4, 3:33 p.m., 500-block of Boundary Bay Road: Police received a report that a boat with an Evinrude motor attached was found abandoned at Centennial Beach and taken to the municipal works yard. Investigation by police revealed the same boat was abandoned in Langley. After a thorough investigation by Langley police attempting to locate the owner, the boat was to be disposed. It's a mystery as how it then appeared on Centennial Beach.
Oct. 5, 2:02 a.m., 1300-block of Compston Crescent: Complainant reported two youths lit a firecracker near his front door, damaging the doormat. The incident was recorded on video surveillance, which will be turned over to police to identify the suspects.
Oct. 6, 2:27 a.m., 5000-block of 12th Avenue: An off-duty police officer reported hearing a male shout, "What are you doing at my house?" That was followed by a loud bang. Police did a thorough investigation of the area but did not locate any suspicious activity.
Ladner
Sept. 30, 11:30 a.m., 3600-block of 72nd Street: Complainant reported a suspicious male in the area. The suspect threatened and swore at the complainant when she asked him what he was doing in the area. The suspect is described as being in his late 30s, six feet tall, medium build and driving a black pickup truck. Extensive patrols in the area proved negative.
Oct. 2, 3:48 p.m., 4500-block of 47A Street: Police received a report indicating the complainant's husband had become upset and left the family home to visit an out of town friend. The complainant was concerned as she had not heard from her husband for several days. During the conversation with police, the complainant's husband called to say he was home. Police met with the husband and emphasized to him how important it is to remain in contact with his family, regardless of the circumstances.
Oct. 2, 5:49 p.m., 3300-block of 34th Street:
Complainant reported to police that a male was discharging a small caliber rifle on the farm and as a bird watcher he was concerned the suspect may be shooting migratory birds. Police spoke with the suspect who produced a very old rifle with a rusty barrel and wooden stock and pointed out some bullet holes in the barrel he was using for target practice. The suspect apologized and voluntarily relinquished the rifle for disposal as he is not licensed and the rifle is of little value.
Oct. 3, 3:53 p.m., 4600-block of Harvest Drive: Police located a female who was reportedly shouting loudly at the bus loop. The suspect, who was in an agitated state, told police she is homeless and wants people to leave her alone. Police contacted a Vancouver shelter as an option for the female but she refused assistance and continued on her journey to Vancouver.
Oct. 3, 10:03 p.m., Ladner Trunk Road and 62nd Street: Complainant reported an elderly male had attempted to get into her vehicle. Police located the suspect who indicated to
police he had met a woman and taken her to a hotel but did not want to stay the night and was now lost. Police called a taxi to take the man to his home.
Oct. 4, 5:21 p.m., 6400-block of Highway 99: Police checked a vehicle parked in the truck pullout with brake lights on and keys in the ignition. The driver was located urinating in the bushes. The driver and his passengers admitted to drinking some beers about two hours prior. A breath sample provided by the driver read "warn" and as a consequence the driver was given a roadside suspension. His vehicle was impounded.
Oct. 4, 8:13 p.m., 3900-block of River Road West: Police stopped a vehicle that had an illegible plate. A computer check of the driver indicated he was to be served with a four-month driving prohibition notice. The notice was served to the driver and his licence was seized.
Oct. 4, 3 p.m., 3400-block of River Road West: Complainant locked his garage after observing a male working on a neighbouring house looking in the garage. When the complainant returned to his garage the next day, he discovered one of his hammers and a tool belt missing. The neighbour said the worker was transient.
