Editor:
Re: Recycling bins set on fire in Tsawwassen, June 6
I must say that after reading this article I am shocked the Delta police spokesperson said this incident isn't being taken as anything more than a prank.
At least 14 private residences had fires lit on or close to their properties, fires that were adjacent to vehicles, fences, tinder dry hydro poles and, in our case, all three.
The heat was so intense there was nothing left of our green bin, blue bin and even the bin wheels and glass contents had melted into the asphalt.
I suppose I can count myself lucky that apart from replacing my garbage bins, the only other expense will be to our new driveway that will cost several hundred dollars to repair and bring back to its former state.
I understand that compared to other stories in our world today this is relatively small news, but it should not be considered "only a prank." It should be considered what it is, arson, that fortunately has only cost the private homeowner dollars and distress.
I also hope there doesn't have to be another senseless act like this where there is the loss of a home or personal injuries to refer to this crime as more than a prank.
Lindsay Young
