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.
Tsawwassen
May 6, Headquarters, 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: A complainant reported that they had clicked on a popup window on their computer and spoken to someone pretending to be from Microsoft asking for $400. The complainant indicated they had not complied, and no money was lost. Police advised the complainant to have an IT professional clean the computer, and to change all passwords for their email and bank accounts.
May 7, 1400 Block of View Crescent: The strata president of an apartment complex reported that 10 storage lockers were broken into. It appeared several of the lockers were pried off their hinges. The owners have been advised, and there were no reports of anything stolen. No surveillance video or witnesses. File under investigation.
May 10, 5500 Block of 18th Avenue: A complainant reported their storage locker was broken into sometime over the past several days. The items stolen include suitcases, and toys with a total value of $500. File under investigation.
May 10, 5000 Block of Canoe Pass Way: A business reported that a youth had stolen a pair of Nike shoes valued at $230. Police attended, and from the description provided, found the suspect nearby wearing the stolen shoes. The shoes were returned to the store, and the youth was released into the custody of their guardian without charges.
May 12, 1500 Block of Farrell Crescent: A complainant reported that their home was broken into and their vehicle stolen while they were asleep. Access to the garage was made by prying open a side door. The suspects also stole the complainant’s wallet containing bank cards, and $100 cash. Keys for two other vehicles were also stolen. The vehicle was later recovered in Surrey and towed to a secure location for processing.
Ladner
May 8, Headquarters, 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: A complainant reported an online scam to adopt a puppy. The complainant indicated they were trolled on Facebook by a group “Labrador Retriever Puppy Adoption” and convinced to send $200. The complainant, on their own investigation, found the emails were originating from Argentina. Facebook was informed of the fraud. Police advised the complainant to contact their bank and secure their social media accounts.
May 8, 5200 Block of Ladner Trunk Road: A complainant reported that they left their cell phone at the gas station and when they returned, the phone was gone. Police attended, and retrieved surveillance footage and were able to identify a male pocketing the cell phone. Police, using the male’s vehicle’s license number, contacted the male who indicated they planned to return the phone to the owner. The complainant indicated they did not wish to pursue any charges.
May 8, 5200 Block of 44th Avenue: Police conducting proactive patrols stopped a vehicle that failed to come to a complete stop at a stop sign. An odour of liquor emitted from the vehicle and the driver admitted to consuming alcohol earlier. Two breath samples were provided by the driver. Both read fail. Consequently, the driver was given a given a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition, and a 30-day vehicle impoundment. The vehicle was towed from the scene and the driver was taken home by officers.
May 12, 5100 Block of 56th Street: A complainant reported that sometime overnight, someone had spray painted a tag on their camper parked in front of their residence. Police attended, but the graffiti had been removed from the camper with paint thinner. Police were provided with a picture of the tag which was consistent with a tag from a mischief file of the same nature. There were no suspects or witnesses. Canvass by police for surveillance video proved negative.
