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. It is submitted weekly by the Delta Police Department. 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 police responded to in the previous week:
• Oct. 24, 7500-block Vantage Pl.: A business reported the theft of the catalytic converter from a truck. Complainant was unsure of when the theft occurred. Police were advised that surveillance video cameras were on. Police investigation to continue with receipt of the surveillance video.
• Oct. 27, 8800-block Delmonte Cres.: Complainant reported the theft of their catalytic converter and a short time later a neighbour reported a similar theft. Both vehicles parked on a street that is a dead-end cul-de-sac. Entire street canvassed for surveillance video with negative results.
• Oct. 27, North Delta Public Safety Building, 11375 84th Ave.: Complainant reported being defrauded of $2,200 after investing in a Bitcoin scam. The complainant had befriended a person on Facebook who recommended a mining stock and advised an investment through a website “dymanictrademarket.com.” The complainant deposited the funds through an app called “Shakepay” before they realized they had been the victim of fraud.
• Oct. 28, 800-block Carlisle Rd.: Complainant reported their vehicle had been broken into while parked on the road. The driver-side back window was smashed and the complainant’s gym bag, with an approximate value of $250, was stolen. Investigation to continue with possible receipt of surveillance video.
• Oct. 29, 11700-block 84th Ave.: Complainant reported that sometime overnight the windshield of their spouse’s vehicle was smashed, causing approximately $500 in damage. Police attended and were able to clearly see a shoe print on the windshield where it had been smashed. No other damage to the vehicle. Surveillance video provided by a neighbouring residence revealed a youth jumping on the vehicle shortly after midnight. However, the video was not suitable for identification purposes. A file number provided to the complainant for insurance purposes.
• Oct. 29, 9100-block 116th St.: During a routine traffic enforcement, a vehicle was observed pulling over and parking upon having seen the police vehicle. Police conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle to check for a valid driver’s licence and sobriety. The driver provided one breath sample but declined to provide a second breath sample. Police explained the jeopardy of refusing to provide a second sample, but the driver still declined. As a result, they were given a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition and a 30-day vehicle impoundment. The vehicle was towed from the scene and the driver left in a taxi.
• Oct. 30, 11600-block Kittson Pkwy.: Complainant reported he parked his truck while running errands with his parent and when he returned the truck was gone. The vehicle was locked, and no broken glass was left behind. Local towing companies were checked, however they negative for tows in the area. Vehicle was added to the Canadian Police Information Centre as stolen. The complainant was provided with a file number and advised to contact ICBC.
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