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
June 17, 5400 Block of 12th Avenue: Complainant reported the theft of a package from the front door - a Lululemon T-shirt valued at $100. Surveillance video provided police with an image of the suspect.
June 18, Headquarters, 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported they were contacted by a person indicating they were from Amazon and that there appeared to be two large, unusual purchases in their account. Computer access was provided to the caller who was able to defraud the complainant of $3,000 from their bank account. Complainant advised to contact their bank re the fraud.
June 18, 4900 Block of Canoe Pass Way: A business reported a female and male entered the store and stole a portable generator valued at $1,100. The store provided police with surveillance video of the incident to disseminate still photographs of the suspects for possible identification.
June 18, Headquarters, 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported they had completed a transaction for $165 USD to their credit card for a Canadian primary resident card via a fraudulent website. Bank contacted and credit card cancelled. Police provided complainant with resources for Equifax, TransUnion, Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre and the correct website for a PR card application.
June 19, 1600 Block of 57th Street: Complainant reported a theft from their mailbox. Surveillance video revealed an elderly female, slim build, and blond hair remove something from the mailbox. Complainant uncertain of what was stolen. Surveillance video to be provided to police for possible identification of the suspect.
June 20, Headquarters, 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: The complainant received a call from a person claiming to be their daughter and that they required $2,298 for a new cell phone. The funds e-transferred before the complainant realized they were the victim of fraud after finding the e-transfer had gone to an unknown person. Police advised the complainant to block all contact with fraudster and contact Equifax and TransUnion re future fraud. Complaint to provide police with screenshots of the e-transfer for police to attempt to identify a suspect.
June 21, Headquarters, 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported their bank account had been compromised and several suspicious transactions totalling $100 appear on their PayPal account. The complainant has cancelled the PayPal account and credit cards as well as notified the bank. Police advised the complainant to contact Equifax, TransUnion and to inform the bank of any further suspicious transactions.
Ladner
June 17, 7900 Block of Alexander Road: Complainant reported their work truck stolen from their unlocked parking lot. A neighbouring surveillance video reveals the truck reversing and driving away but no image of a possible suspect. The vehicle described as a green 1997 Dodge pickup and has been added to the Canadian Police Information Centre as stolen.
June 22, 5200 Block of Ladner Trunk Road: Complainant reported they left their bike unlocked for about five minutes outside a business and when they returned the bike was gone. The bicycle is described as a purple Kona Lava Dome mountain bike. Patrols of the area by police proved negative. Bike added to the Canadian Police Information Centre as stolen.
June 22, 6000 Block of Hwy 17: Police stopped a motorcycle travelling at 145 km/h in a posted 80 km/h zone. The driver identified and charged with travelling at an excessive speed, served with a speeding ticket, and given a seven-day vehicle impoundment. The vehicle towed from the scene and the driver picked up by their spouse.
June 23 5100 Block of Ladner Trunk Road: Complainant reported they borrowed their friend’s bike and left it unlocked outside a business. When they returned the bike was gone. The bicycle is described as red with black suspension and broken pedals. The business has provided police with surveillance video of the theft.
