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Media Releases - February 2005
February 21, 2005 1035 p.m.
Incident: Delta Police investigating Municipality's first homicide of 2005
Delta File: 05-4110
Date/Time: February 21 2005 0702 a.m.
Location: 600 Block of Chester Road - Annacis Island
Delta Police are investigating the homicide of Harpreet KHURMEE, a 34 year old Indo-Canadian male from Surrey.
After Fire Department and Ambulance Service responded to a report of a medical trouble in the 600 Block of Chester Road at approximately 0700 a.m. this morning, they requested police attend as the lone occupant of a vehicle was found deceased.
Police are working through the initial investigative process to determine the circumstances that lead to the death of this man.
No further details are being released at this time.
February 16 2005 10:40 a.m.
Police warn of purse thief operating in South Delta stores
Incident: Theft/ purse snatching
Date/Time: February 11 -16 2005
Location: South Delta (Tsawwassen and Ladner shopping stores)
Over the past week there have been four incidents of purse snatchings reported and police have information that there may be approximately two others that have been unreported.
Suspect(s) appears to be targeting elderly females who are shopping and have their purses in the shopping carts. The incidents have occurred in both Ladner and Tsawwassen areas at grocery stores. These incidents have occurred between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. however, police encourage citizens to be vigilant at all times.
There have been no reported incidents where force has been used to take the purse but this cowardly suspect is preying on those who are more vulnerable and less likely or able to take action.
Suspect in one case is described as, Caucasian male 55yrs old, short grey hair wearing a black ski jacket, baseball cap, grey khakis and black shoes.
Suspect vehicle in one incident; Black Chevy pick- up. Last two letters in BC Plate; BP
Police remind all women keep their purses in their possession while shopping or give consideration to wearing a money belt that can be concealed on your person.
These incidents are under investigation. If anyone has any information or can identify the individual in the photo please call the Delta Police Department (604) 946-4411.
February 10 2005 1055 a.m.
SFU students take to Delta streets to survey the community
Delta Police Partner with Simon Fraser University to assist Criminology students complete their degrees. Two students will carryout the field placement segment of their program at the Delta Police Department.
The two SFU students will be conducting a community survey speaking to citizens (private and corporate) throughout the municipality. This will not an empirical or scientific study but rather a survey to receive feedback from the community regarding the perception of crime, community priorities, views on the programs and services provided by the Delta Police Department.
The students will be primarily conducting random door-to-door interviews as well as some phone interviews throughout Delta including Commercial/Industrial areas. They will be working between the hours of 0900 a.m.-7:00 p.m. daily, from February 07 – March 31.
To address the potential concerns of citizens approached, the students will be wearing Delta Police jackets with "volunteer" printed on the back and both have been given photo identification and a letter of explanation signed by the Chief Constable and the Chair of the Police Board Mayor Jackson.
Chief Cessford states that, "Although this is not an empirical or scientific study it will provide us with a great opportunity to receive feedback from the community that we may otherwise not have been able to obtain. It is important to the Delta Police Department to hear from the citizens regarding their perception of crime, issues they see as priorities and their views on the services provided by their police department. The information gathered will be taken into account in the development of our 2006 strategic plan. I am looking forward to the students’ report".
Background on the Students:
Jennifer – 22yr old from Richmond is in her final year of her Criminology Degree at Simon Fraser University. Upon completion of her degree she plans to travel and then embark on a career in some area of the Criminal Justice System.
Kasia – 22yr old from Surrey is also in her final year of her Criminology Degree at Simon Fraser University. Upon completion of her degree she too plans to travel and then embark an a career in policing.
February 08, 2005 1118 a.m.
Possible Shots Fired - House struck, No injuries
Incident: Shots Fired
Date/Time: February 07 2005 0215a.m.
Delta File: 05-2986
Location: 11100 blk 83A Ave
Delta Police received a call, at approximately 0215 a.m. February 07 2005, of possible shots fired in the area of 11100 block of 83A Avenue. Officers attended and patrolled the area but no further shots heard, and nothing untoward or suspicious was located.
Police then received a call at approximately 0930 a.m. from a resident reporting they had located what appeared to be bullet holes in their residence.
At this time police have no suspects and information provided by occupants is vague.
There were no injuries and police are currently investigating the incident.
February 07 2005 1055 a.m
Report of possible domestic leads to a marijuana grow operation
Incident: Marijuana grow op
Date/Time: February 05, 2005
Delta File: 05-2822
Location: 11800 Block 90th Avenue – North Delta
On February 05 2005 at approximately 11:10 p.m., Delta police responded to 11800 Blk 90th Ave after receiving a report of a possible domestic dispute with a female screaming. While investigating, police established that the domestic was unfounded however a marijuana grow operation was located. Police then obtained and executed a search warrant, dismantling a grow operation, seizing in excess of 800 plants, 10 pounds of bud and related equipment.
The value of the marijuana and related equipment is approx. $372,000.
One adult male was arrested and charges are pending.
February 07 2005 0910 a.m.
Cyclist in serious condition after being struck by a vehicle
Incident: Motor Vehicle Collision
Date/Time: February 07 2005 @0110 a.m.
Delta File: 05-2965
Location: 6400 Blk Hwy 10 ( East Ladner)
Delta Police are currently investigating a collision involving a cyclist and a motor vehicle. The incident occurred at approx 0110 a.m. on February 07 2005 in the 6400 blk of Highway 10 (East Ladner).
The 19 yr old cyclist was on his way home from work traveling eastbound on Highway 10 crossing southbound at 64th Street when he was struck by a vehicle also traveling eastbound on Highway 10.
The cyclist has been taken to hospital where he is listed in serious condition as a result of injuries sustained.
The investigation continues. At this time no determination has been made regarding possible charges.
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