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.
The following are some of the calls Delta police responded to for the week of June 6 to 14:
Tsawwassen
*June 6, 2:02 p.m., 800 Block of Gale Drive: Complainant reported that items were stolen from their vehicle while it was parked in front of their residence four days earlier. Items stolen include a black backpack with passport, Visa card and two sets of ear buds. A dealer plate was also stolen. Total value of items stolen was $480. Dealer plate added to CPIC as stolen.
*June 9, 4:17 p.m.: Complainant called police to report an email scam between them and a local business. Complainant received an invoice via email and responded asking if a cheque or e-transfer was preferred and was given a different email address. The e-transfer was declined and the complainant had to try three times to e-transfer to the original email address before it went through. Complainant advised police that they are hoping to have the money refunded.
*June 12, 00:47 a.m., 800 Block Underhill Drive: Complainant reported a theft of $20 sunglasses from a vehicle. An unknown male was seen rifling through the vehicle and was last seen riding away on a bike eastbound on 8A Avenue….
