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
*July 4, 1600 block of Spyglass Crescent: Complainant reported the theft of a catalytic converter from their vehicle parked in front of their residence. Security video showed a light coloured SUV dropping off a male and returning later for a pick-up. Neighbourhood canvassed and multiple details provided from security videos.
*July 5, 5400 block of 14B Street: Complainant reported a catalytic converter was cut from their vehicle parked in the driveway. Video surveillance shows a lighter coloured crossover type vehicle parked on the street with two males exiting. One male cuts off the catalytic converter whilst the other stands guard.
*July 5, HQ 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainants reported returning home from Europe and finding fraudulent transactions totalling more than $20,000 on their credit card. The credit card company indicated they required police file numbers from both the local police and the European police in order to proceed with the case. Police also advised the complainant to report the fraud to the management of their hotel in Europe.
*July 8, 4600 block of Hawk Lane: Complainant reported that sometime overnight someone attempted to gain access to the bed of their vehicle parked on the street by prying open the soft cover. No access gained to the vehicle. Damaged cover cost up to $300 to replace.
*July 9, 5000 block of Canoe Pass Way: A fanny pack purse was stolen while the complainant was trying on a garment in a local business. The purse contained several bank and credit cards, driver’s license, cash, and car keys. Security officers checked garbage cans and surrounding bushes in the parking lot but nothing was located. Complainant’s vehicle was still in the parking lot. Complainant able to drive the vehicle with spare key held by a friend.
*July 10, 5400 block of 15B Avenue: Complainant discovered a catalytic converter had been cut from their vehicle sometime over the past week while parked outside their residence. The converter is valued at $1,000. Neighborhood canvas conducted but proved negative. Theft has been reported to ICBC.
Ladner
*July 4, 4700 block of 54A Street: Report received from complainant that their wallet last seen at their residence, was missing. Complainant believes the wallet may have fallen out of their pocket while they were on their way to the shopping centre in Ladner. The wallet is described as men’s black leather, with a snap close, containing debit and credit cards, driver’s license, CareCard, and cash. Bank contacted to cancel banking cards.
*July 8, 3500 block of River Road West: Complainant reported the theft of their honour system fruit stand. Items stolen include $100 worth of product and $200 in cash. Police obtained security video and discussed a safety plan with the complainant.
*July 8, 4200 block of River Road West: Report received from complainant that a security pop-up had appeared on their computer while they were browsing the web. The complainant granted remote access to their computer before calling Apple directly and learning it was a scam. No access made to computer. Complainant advised to take computer for repair, contact bank re debit and credit cards, and file a report with TransUnion and Equifax.
*July 9, HQ 4455 Clarence Taylor Crescent: Complainant reported receiving a phone call from someone claiming to be from the fraud department of a bank. Before realizing the situation was fraudulent, the complainant purchased several gift cards, transferred money into a bitcoin machine, and sent photos of their credit cards via text to the scammers. Total loss of $23,000 discovered when the complainant appeared for an appointment at the bank setup by the scammer. Bank knew nothing of the appointment. Bank cancelled all cards and fraud reported to Equifax. Police investigation proved negative.
