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 in-progress 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
April 14, 1:12 a.m., 1100-block of 51st Street: Complainant reported a noise complaint (loud talking) emanating from the neighbourhood. Police attended and located a group of adolescents. Majority of the youth on scene dispersed upon police arrival. Those that remained advised police they would remain quiet for the remainder of the night.
April 14, 7:48 a.m., 1400-block of 53A Street: Police were dispatched to a reported aggressive staring call. Complainant advised police that a group of 15- to 18-year-old males were "up to no good." He stated when he drove by them, they looked very aggressively at him. Police conducted area patrols as per complainant’s request, but the group was gone from the area. No offence observed.
April 14, 4:39 p.m., 800-block of Boundary Bay Road: Complainant called police reporting that a vehicle was driving erratically and crossing over the double solid line in attempt to pass. A voicemail was left for the company the vehicle belongs to and warning letter issued advising the registered owner of the incident. Complainant advised by phone of follow up.
April 15, 8:25 a.m., 4700-block of Nulelum Way: Complainant reported having purchased fake concert tickets on Craigslist. Complainant had purchased two Neil Young concert tickets for $300 via e-transfer and posted about the purchase on Facebook. A friend commented that he had tickets for the same seats. Complainant communicated with the seller via text and e-mail only. Craigslist queries show the same ad re-posting. Complainant advised to contact Craigslist to have the post taken down and advise of scam.
April 15, 6:11 p.m., 5600-block of Timbervalley Road: Police received an abandoned 911 call from a residence. The caller stayed on the line and explained he tried to call 411 to speak with his telephone provider but dialed 911 in error. Police attended the caller’s residence and confirmed no emergency.
April 17, 12:47 p.m., 1500-block of 56th Street: Complainant reported that her husband’s Jeep had been broken into overnight in the underground apartment parking. The complainant believed the car was locked but there was no damage to the vehicle. Loose change, a phone charger, tire pressure gauge, and suitcase filled with coffee and antipasto (from a recent Costco stop) was stolen.
April 20, 8:37 p.m., 1000-block of 56A Street: Resident was walking when she observed a small dog, with no collar, that appeared lost and without an owner. Complainant checked with several residents in the area and none of them recognized the dog. Police attended and transported the dog to Delta Community Animal Shelter.
Ladner
April 14, 11:05 a.m., 4800-block of Central Avenue: Complainant reported that her neighbour who lives directly behind her home was attempting to cut down a tree. Police called the complainant who then reported that she was mistaken and that her neighbour was only pruning the shrubs. Complainant advised she did not require police attendance. Complainant initially called police because bylaw department was closed.
April 15, 7100-block of Progress Way: Complainant reported a theft from two of his vehicles that were parked on his business property. The theft occurred between April 13 and April 15. Value of batteries and exhaust components from trucks and fork lifts approximately $4,000.
April 15, 9:59 a.m. 5500-block of Admiral Way: Complainant reported seeing a red Volvo speeding in the neighbourhood. Police followed up with the driver and advised him to moderate his speeds through the neighbourhood and school zones. The driver agreed to do so. Complainant was immediately advised of police actions.
April 16, 1:48 p.m., 7000-block of Highway 17: Police officer noted a vehicle speeding excessively. The officer followed the car, noting a radar lock speed of 132 km/h in an 80 km/h zone. When stopped the driver provided a Class 7 licence (new driver). The driver was served a violation ticket for excessive speed and a seven-day vehicle impoundment.
April 17, 5:47 p.m., 5000 -block of 47th Avenue: Complainant reported a male sleeping in the bathroom at Memorial Park. Police located a male trying to sleep. Police facilitated a new temporary sleeping arrangement for that night and in discussions learned the male was willing to accept assistance and would like permanent housing. District liaison officer will assist him to begin housing planning.
April 17, 11:44 p.m., 5800-block of Ladner Trunk Road: Police stopped a vehicle to check for sobriety. The driver admitted to having two beers and police could detect a distinct odour of liquor. Police served the driver with a notice of driving prohibition and notice of impoundment. The vehicle was towed.
April 19, 9:48 a.m., 5400-block of River Road: Police attended a residence following a late report of a theft from auto. Complainant reported that his three 20L jerry cans were stolen from his vehicle. Jerry cans not secured and in view. Additionally, $5 in change was taken from his wife’s vehicle. Vehicle left unlocked.
April 19, 7 p.m., 3600-block of 72nd Street: Complainant reported a theft from her mother’s vehicle while it was parked on the road. The complainant believes the doors may have been left unlocked as there was no signs of damage or forced entry. Items stolen were two backpacks which contained a laptop, tablet and personal belongings. Total value of items: approximately $2,000.
