The purpose of the Crime Beat is to educate and inform the public about some of the property crime trends occurring in North Delta and other files of interest.
*Oct. 31, 900 Block Cliveden Avenue: Complainant reported that sometime between Oct. 27 and 31, the driver side window of their white Mercedes Benz was smashed and a pair of glasses and perfume worth approximately $380 was stolen from the vehicle. No prints were available as the vehicle had already been repaired. CCTV footage to be provided from site manager for review.
*Oct. 30, 1300 Block Derwent Way: Complainant reported the theft of approximately $2,000 to $3,000 worth of furniture from the warehouse of a local business. CCTV revealed the suspect vehicle to be a U-Haul truck, license plate and suspects were not seen in footage. Unknown suspects cut the lock on the gate and entered approximately five semi-trailers, removing various items. It is unknown how many items have been stolen at this time. Complainant to contact neighboring businesses for additional CCTV for review and possible identification of suspects by police.
*Oct. 31 8300 Block 92nd Street: Complainant reported they observed on their CCTV an unknown suspect break into their vehicle and steal various items, while parked at a commercial facility. Complainant was out of the country and had a friend attend the location to ensure the vehicle was secured. Police did attend and confirmed vehicle was locked, with no signs of forced entry. Police are waiting for complainant to provide CCTV and list of stolen items.
*Nov. 1, Public Safety Building 11375 84th Avenue: Complainant reported being the victim of fraud, after a fake Instagram profile requested additional money after complainant sent intimate photos, and $300 to the unknown account prior to notifying police. Complainant has been advised not to send any further money and block the user, as well as not to send intimate photos in the future.
*Nov. 3, 500 Block Derwent Way: Complainant reported an attempted break and enter to a local business in the early morning hours. Police attended the scene and observed footage of an unknown suspect cutting the chain link fence, entering the property, triggering the alarm, and running off the property. Suspect entered on foot with a beige looking backpack and dressed in all black. Damage to the fence was approximately $200. Nothing was stolen and no further damage observed.
*Nov. 4, 11800 82nd Avenue: Complainant reported the theft of a package from the front door of the residence. CCTV shows an unknown male get out of a blue Dodge Ram, walk up to the front door, and steal the package; a Pokémon Booster Box valued at $187. Complainant is to provide receipt, and CCTV for follow up.