Administration Section

The Delta Police are warning the public of a male that has been reported to police for exposing and fondling himself at Annieville Park located in the 9200 blk and 112^th Street in North Delta.

There have been two reports received by police in the last week and in both instances the description of the suspect has been general but similar. The male has been seen in the area between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 3:00p.m. This male has not approached or assaulted anyone however police will be making extra patrols of that area.

Male described as;

Indo Canadian male 30 - 40 years clean shaven wearing a blue shirt and beige shorts ( clothing varies)

Police remind parents to ensure their children are always within sight and when possible playing in pairs or groups.

July 12, 2004 10:30 a.m.

At approximately 4: 25 p.m. on July 01 2004 police responded to a report of a found body in the area of 1080 Cliveden Avenue. On arrival police learned that an employee from a neighboring business discovered a deceased adult female body behind a dumpster.

Update:

The Delta Police have identified the deceased female as, Melody Jane FOURNIER 48years old ( of no fixed address) Next of Kin have been notified.

The investigation continues as police are still treating her death as suspicious. Police are requesting anyone who had contact with Melody from June 28^th-30^th 2004 to call the Delta Police Serious Crime Section at (604) 946 4411

No other details are available at this time

July 07 2004 2:30 p.m.

A stolen vehicle speeding through a neighborhood street failing to stop at a stop sign collides with an unsuspecting motorist at the intersection of 80^th ave and 108 Street. After colliding with the victim vehicle the suspect operating a stolen Plymouth Acclaim (from Vancouver ) had enough momentum to ram through chain link fence and finally coming to rest after slamming into the garage portion of a house in the area.

The victim vehicle caught on fire after being struck and because of the damage to the driver side the driver was unable to get out of the vehicle. Quick thinking citizens in the area ran to her aid freeing her and her son from the vehicle.

Fortunately both only sustained minor injuries.

Witnesses provided police with information regarding the incident and a description of the suspect who had fled the area on foot.

A K9 unit was deployed but was unable to locate suspect. However, a short time later an officer patrolling the area checked a male matching the description given by witnesses but was unable to confirm if he was in fact the same individual involved.

Police are continuing with the investigation with the view to make an arrest and secure charges. The Delta Police Department appreciates the assistance the citizens rendered to the victim and for providing good descriptive information on the suspect.

June 30 2004 5:50 p.m

Since June 25^th Const. Debra McLeod of the Delta Police Department and a contingent of police officers from other agencies have been running though various communities in the lower mainland bearing the flame for the BC Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

Today was the final leg of the journey that concluded at the Delta Police Headquarters in Ladner. Accompanying McLeod and the other runners on this last leg were several members of the Delta Police Department included Chief Constable Jim Cessford.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is the largest fund-raising event in support of Special Olympics athletes. Last year Delta Police officers raised $15,000 for this cause. Today, their efforts have exceeded this benchmark as they close in on $20,000. This combined with money raised by other B.C. police officers have contributed over $1.41 million during the last eleven years to the Special Olympics cause. Over 3,000 mentally challenged athletes throughout British Columbia participate in events that enhance their lives and celebrate personal achievement through positive sport experiences.

The police officers who run in this event and help coordinate it give much of their own time. Though presently tired, they are committed to continue their support for years to come for this special cause and the disabled athletes they have come to know and admire. They would like to thank the citizens and businesses of Delta who gave generously, both time and money, in support of this year’s Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics.

Contact Media Liaison Officers

Cst. Sharlene Brooks ph: (604) 940-5016

Now in its 4^th year Pulling Together is once again joining Coast Salish First Nations people and police officers from many jurisdictions in a journey of discovery down the Fraser River to the sea. The focus of the canoe trip is to enhance mutual understanding and build relationships while working as a team to achieve these physical and cultural destinations.

The teams left Harrison Lake in their war canoes on Sunday, June 27^th. They will arrive at Deas Island Park between 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Friday, July 2^nd where they will be greeted by Elders of the Tsawwassen First Nations and officers of the Delta Police Department and the Surrey RCMP detachment. There the teams will join their hosts in traditional ceremonies and a banquet in their honour.

Delta Police officers S/Sgt. Hugh Davies and Constables Gwen Nichols and Clayton Ennis will participate with members from other police services and First Nations members in this venture down one of nature’s highways. The Fraser River has been a primary source of transportation in this region for many centuries. Now it will serve a dual purpose as the path these voyagers will travel and the medium through which they will interact, learn and develop stronger relationships with each other.

With community support Pulling Together has raised funds that, following First Nations customs, they will present to their hosts to assist with Youth Initiative based programs. The significance of this event is found in the traditional belief of the river as a symbolic healer for youth at risk.

The Delta Police Department would like to invite members of the public to Deas Island to witness these events and join in the celebrations.

Contact Media Liaison Officers

Cst. Sharlene Brooks ph: (604) 940-5016

June 22 2004, 11:00 a.m.

Early in the morning of Monday June 21^st, an employee of the Real Canadian Superstore located in the 8100 blk of 120^th St. was checking out the underground parking lot which is usually empty at that time of day. The staff member observed a car with a dog in and due to prior media releases regarding Bessy, an English Springer Spaniel, reportedly being stolen along with her owners car from this very parking lot the employee recorded the licence number of the car and called the police.

The car and dog were indeed the ones reported missing. Bessie’s owner, Derek Lowman, was contacted and dog and master were happily reunited. Bessie was thirsty but in good health.

With the recent heat we have had and hopes of a warm summer the Delta Police would like to remind pet owners not to leave their pets unattended in their vehicles.

June 18, 2004 1:45 p.m.

At approximately 0500 a.m. on June 16, 2004, a Delta Police officer nearing the end of his shift noticed a vehicle parked with the engine running, in front of a video store located in the 8200 blk 120^th St. He then observed a male run from the store to the vehicle with property in hand.

The officer attempted to stop the vehicle but the vehicle fled and initiated a police pursuit. Suspects rendered the vehicle un-drivable and fled on foot. Police contained the area. One officer gave chase on foot and apprehended one of the suspects and the second suspect was apprehended by another officer. Both suspects were taken into custody.

Charles Patrick Johnston 49yrs old from Surrey and Craig Cordell Sheppard 41yrs of Coquitlam are now charged with, possession of stolen property and theft.

Johnston has an additional charge of initiate police pursuit.

Johnston was just released from custody on June 08 2004 and Sheppard was just released from custody on June 15 2004

The property stolen from the video store was recovered and the vehicle they were driving was stolen from Burnaby.

The two were appearing in Court in the afternoon of June 17 2004, for a show cause hearing. It is unknown at this time if they will be remanded in custody.

June 16 2004 1:45 p.m.

The Long and the Short of it According to Cst. Graham

"Locks for Love" - BC Cancer Foundation and BC Cancer Society

Cst. Graham set out to raise more than money for the BC Cancer Foundation. She has offered to have 15-17 inches of her hair cut off and donate it to the “Locks for Love” Program which makes wigs for children who need them as a result of cancer treatment or other diseases. She has known an number of people who have suffered and are suffering from cancer and is determined to do her part to further research for improved treatment and elimination of cancer altogether.

Cst Karrie Graham, a five year member of the Delta Police Department and currently one of the School liaison officers in the North Delta area serving, Annieville, Brooke Road, Gibsons, Hellings, Richardson and Devon Gardens Elementary Schools and North Delta Secondary and Delveiw High Schools. She put out the challenge May 11 2004 to her schools to raise money for Cancer research and treatment and they have answered! From May 11 to June 07 the Schools have raised just shy of $8,000.

The individual school that raised the most was Annieville Elementary - $4,416.64 . This school has won the reward of seeing Cst. Graham getting her hair cut. The remaining schools’ combined effort raised an additional $3000-$4000.

The support of all of the schools was amazing and to raise this amount of money in less than one month is a tribute to the staff and students of each school that participated.

June 17, 2004 at 12:45 p.m. Cst. Graham will be at Annieville Elementary located at 9240 112^th st North Delta to go from long to short hair for a great cause.

Police File: 04-15802

Date/Time: June 10 2004 @ 1:30p.m.

Location: 11100 blk Lyon Road, Delta

At approximately 1:30 this afternoon three employees of Remple Disposals, who have the contract with the Corporation of Delta for garbage removal, were working in the Sunshine Hills area of N. Delta. While moving from one area of removal to another they compacted their recent collection of garbage. Some fumes were emitted from the rear of the garbage truck and the two employees who were riding on the back became immediately ill and began to vomit.

The Delta Police Department, the Delta Fire Department, British Columbia Ambulance Service and the Surrey Fire/Hazmat Team were dispatched. The Hazmat Team was requested due to concerns regarding the nature of the fumes.

The Remple Disposal employees and the Delta Fire Department officers who first provided assistance were decontaminated. The Remple Disposal employees were transported to hospital where they were treated and later released.

Residents in the 11100 block of Lyon Road were requested to remain in their residence until further notice and the area was cordoned off.

Hazmat members examined the truck and determined that the fumes the Remple Disposal employees were exposed to were still contained in the trucks holding compartment. They used air sensors and other testing means to narrow down the elements contained in the substance. They narrowed down the chemical structure of the compound to a long-chain organic compound, probably manufactured, with a hydro-carbon base.

With this assessment they determined that it was safe to move the truck. At this time the truck has been transported to a secure location where it is undergoing further examination. The Lyon Road location has been cleared.

Though the identity of the substance is still uncertain, there is a possibility it was nothing more than a common solvent used at home. The Delta Police would like to remind citizens that when disposing of possible toxic or corrosive home-use substances to take them to appropriate disposal sites rather than placing them in house-hold garbage.

Property recovered and suspects are in custody

Incident: Theft in Progress

Date/Time: August 26 2003 @ 5:30 p.m.

Delta File: 03-22618

Location: Block Buster Video Store – 5200 blk 48^th ave Ladner

At approximately 5:30 p.m. Delta Police responded to a report of a theft in progress at the Block Buster Video Store located in the 5200 Blk of 48^th Avenue in Ladner.

The two suspects fled the store on foot and were believed to be in possession of DVDs they failed to purchase. An employee provided descriptions of the suspects and police made patrols of the area locating both suspects believed to be responsible for the theft.

Suspect(s) were found to be in possession of items identified by the employee as belonging to Block Busters.

Both suspects are adult males in their early 30s and appear to be from the Vancouver area.

They are currently in custody and awaiting a show cause hearing this morning.

June 07 2004 1:00 p.m.

Delta Police responded to a report from a motorist who indicated a male climbed out of the bush area on 104 St. and attracted their attention. He stated to the motorist he had been held against his will and beaten and that there were others in a barn type building also being held. The motorist subsequently called police.

On arrival to the 5900 blk of 104 st Delta police located 3 other males and a clandestine lab.

The Delta Police are investigating the operation of a clandestine lab and forcible confinement of 4 males in the 5900 blk of 104^th Street in East Delta.

Police called in Delta Fire Department, Surrey Fire Hazmat team and environmental specialists to deal with the safety concerns and the handling of the chemicals.

The subjects held suffered non-life threatening injuries and were decontaminated at the scene.

The portion of the barn type building that is believed to have contained the lab has been secured. Delta and BC Environment specialists continue with their scene contamination investigation and inspection.

The Police continue the investigation into this incident and because it is in the preliminary stages there is little information available.

June 07 2004 1220 p.m

Background:

On June 04 2004 at approximately 9:30 p.m. the Delta Police responded to a 911 call of a vehicle off road in the 3500 blk of Westham Island Road.

On police arrival Cst. Vaughan- Smith entered the water, broke one of the car windows in an attempt to free the driver from the submerged vehicle. With the assistance of Cst. Mah they were able to remove the driver and pull him to the waters edge. The driver, a 64yr old Ladner man, died on arrival to hospital despite the aggressive efforts of police and EHS to resuscitate him.

It appears that the vehicle went off road left, through an embankment and into the water on the approach to the Westham Island bridge. The investigation is continuing and although the next of kin have been notified the name of the driver will not be released at this time.

UPDATE

The Deceased is identified as, Douglas Currie DOCHERTY 64years – a long time resident of Delta.

The investigation is still in the preliminary stages therefore causal or contributing factors are not yet known.

June 02 2004 12:00 p.m.

Charges Against Delta Officer Stayed by Crown Counsel

Background:

As a result of information received in February 2003, the Delta Police Department identified some concerns regarding the manner in which two individuals were handled during their arrests

(One incident occurred in December 2002 and the other in February 2003 – both came to light February 2003). These individuals were interviewed and lodged complaints against a Delta Police officer.

The Delta Police Department’s practice in situations of this nature is to have the matter investigated by an outside Law Enforcement Agency. West Vancouver Police Department conducted the investigation, on the request of Chief Constable Cessford to ensure the investigation was fair and impartial. The Delta Police must ensure that the officer involved is afforded the same rights and freedoms under the Charter of Rights as any person in similar circumstances.

On completion of the investigation, in May 2003, the reports were forwarded to Crown Counsel for review and decision with respect to charge approval in these matters.

In June 2003 Crown Counsel determined that there was sufficient evidence to support two charges of level 1 assault against, Cst. Ray Athwal, a four year member of the Delta Police Department.

Update:

A three day trial was set for May 31 –June 02 2004 it was on the second day that Crown Counsel entered a Stay of Proceedings on this matter. The Delta Police Department supports and respects this decision made by Crown .

The Chief Constable will review the file and speak with the West Vancouver PD investigator and make the determination if there is a need to consider continuing with a Police Act Investigation on this matter.

May 27 2004

This is an interesting and exciting time of change for the Delta Police Department. Not only have we experienced numerous officers retire from the operational ranks we now see this phenomenon move into our Executive Management Team Ranks.

Retiring from the Management Team this year are Deputy Chief Gary West and Superintendent Gordon Adams. Both have contributed significantly to the Community of Delta and to this Police Department.

The Current Management Team

Chief Constable Jim Cessford

Deputy Chief Constable Gary West

Superintendent Gordon Adams - officer in charge of Human Resources

Superintendent Lyle Beaudoin – officer in charge of South Operations and Criminal Investigation Branch

Superintendent Rich Drinovz – Officer in Charge of North Operations and Support Services

Retiring Deputy Chief West started his policing career in Camrose Alberta 1970 and began with the Delta Police Department in 1975. During his career he worked in Patrol Division, Criminal Investigation Branch, CLEU (now known as Organized Crime Agency of BC), Drug section, and was promoted to Detective in 1986 and promoted to patrol sergeant in 1988. He was then promoted a short time later to Inspector in 1991. He is the only officer that has been promoted from Sergeant directly to Inspector. Only five years later was promoted to Acting Deputy Chief and was confirmed in that position January 1997. Deputy West participated in and represented the BC Association of Chiefs of Police on a variety of National committees including, National Community Policing and Crime Prevention, Firearms legislations Committee and other Provincial committees. He has brought much to the policing community our department and the citizens of Delta. His experience and expertise will be missed.

Retiring Superintendent Gordon Adams began his career in 1971 with the Edmonton Police Service and joined the Delta Police Department in 1974. He has served in Patrol Division, Fraud section, Drug Section and was promoted to Corporal in 1981. He was then promoted to Sergeant in CIB (1992) and only two years later was promoted to Staff Sergeant. After only serving a short time as Staff Sergeant he was promoted to Superintendent in charge of Human Resource 1999. He has participated on the Joint Health Safety Committee, and Training officers Advisory Committee at the JIBC.

Superintendent Adams although he has enjoyed his career, is looking forward to pursuing a variety of interests in his retirement. His commitment to this Department and Community will be missed.

The New Management Team which will be in effect mid to late June.

The new Deputy Chief Constable is Lyle Beaudoin: Lyle is currently the Superintendent in charge of South operations and the Criminal Investigation Branch. He is from the North Delta area having attended and graduated from North Delta Secondary School being extensively involved in local sporting associations ( hockey and baseball). He started his career with the Delta Police in 1979 and was the recipient of the Chief Constable award in class 14 at the JIBC. During his years of service has worked in , Patrol Division, ERT, Criminal Investigation Branch, Task Force, Community Policing, Support Services supervisor. He was promoted to Sergeant in 1992 and only four years later was promoted to Staff Sergeant in patrol. He was then promoted to the position he currently holds as Superintendent in charge of Operations. He was the Chair of the Regional Operations Police Managers Committee for three years, Co-chair of a International Boarder Committee, Chaired a Joint Operations Committee “ project emerald” dealing with Provincial marijuana grow op issues. He has also involved in a variety of joint forces initiatives including Port Authority, Indo Canadian Task Force and Municipal Chiefs committee on lower mainland integration.

He brings much experience and leadership to this new position of Deputy Chief Constable of the Delta Police Department.

Newly Promoted to Superintendent is S/Sgt. John Robin currently the NCO in charge of the Criminal Investigation Branch of the Delta Police Department. He will assume the responsibility of the Superintendent in charge of North Operations and Support Services.

S/Sgt Robin completed a Bachelor of Arts Degree (Criminology) from SFU in 1983 and started his career in policing in 1984 as a Ports Police Officer. He then joined the Delta Police Department in 1986. During his career S/Sgt. Robin worked in patrol Division, developed of the first North Delta Community Police Station, served as a member of the Delta Police Emergency Response Team and was the Tactical Liaison Officer on the team. S/Sgt Robin also worked extensively on the DPD Task Force and had the opportunity to assist the Serious Crimes Section on several high profile investigations including the Huenemann investigation before being promoted to the officer in charge of the Criminal Investigation Branch in 1999 at which time he has coordinated and assisted his team members in a variety of complex investigations such as the Martin-McDonald/ Neeves homicides, Sidhu and Sohi homicides. He has worked extensively on Joint Forces Operations to bring several files to a successful conclusion. He brings to this new position considerable experience and leadership.

Newly hired Deputy Chief officer Brad Parker of the Organized Crime Agency of BC, will be the new Superintendent in charge of South Operations and Criminal Investigation Branch. Brad Parker has completed 3 years of the Criminology Program at SFU and is currently enrolled in a General Studies Degree program at SFU majoring in Leadership and Public Safety. He started his policing career in 1981 with the RCMP and in 1986 became a member of the Vancouver Police Department. During his career he has worked in the patrol division, Training and recruiting, VPD Strike Force, undercover operations, Internal investigation, and in 1998 was promoted to Sergeant in charge of VPD Gang unit. Shortly thereafter was promoted to Inspector at the Organized Crime Agency of BC in charge of a specialty unit of the OCA BC. Brad Parker is currently serving as the Deputy Chief Officer of the Organized Crime Agency of BC until his position at the Delta Police Department takes effect. He brings expertise and a wide variety of experience that he can apply to his new position within the Delta Police Department.

Superintendent Rich Drinovz will assume responsibility of Officer in charge of Human Resources. He is currently serving as the Officer in charge of North Operations and Support Services. Supt. Drinovz began his career as a Delta Police Reserve Constable in 1979 and was hired as a regular member of the Delta Police Department in 1980. During his career he served in the Patrol Division, special secondment to CLEU ( now known as the Organized Crime Agency of BC - working on a variety of high profile and complex investigations), Community Relations as well as a long time member of the Delta Police Emergency Response Team (and is now the officer in charge of the ERT Team). Criminal Investigation Branch where he was promoted to Sergeant on completing service in CIB he was promoted to Staff Sergeant in patrol a short time later was promoted to the position he currently holds as Superintendent and jokes about being the all time goal score r of the Delta Police Hockey team. Seriously, he has brought much to this Department and is well respected among the membership and within the community.

The Chief Constable states that, “There are excellent candidates within the ranks of the Delta Police Department and many show promise of strong leadership in the future. The competition for the Deputy Chief and Superintendent positions was an intense and rigorous process in which all candidates did extremely well. The decisions were difficult and were given much thought as each candidate brought much to the table. I am looking forward to working with the new members of the management team.”

May19, 2004 0930

Delta Police Victim Services…Gearing Up for the Fall!

The Delta Police Victim Services program is now recruiting volunteers for its program. The full-time Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, part-time Family Violence Intervention Worker and dedicated group of valuable community volunteers are looking to bring help on board.

As a volunteer, you will fulfill a very unique role within the Delta Police Department and a will provide a great service to the community.

Volunteers are tasked with providing essential services to clients in great need and may even find themselves attending the scene of a crime. Other services include: emotional support, case/file updates, information on police and court procedures, court orientation and accompaniment, referrals to community agencies, and assistance completing Victim Impact Statements and Crime Victim Assistance forms.

Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be mature, responsible effective listeners and team players. Applicants must also be a minimum of 19 years of age, have excellent interpersonal and communications skills, be fluent in English, able to pass a security check and hold a BC Driver’s license. All volunteers are also obligated to contribute a minimum of four to six hours per week, on a consistent basis for one year. The program’s current hours of operations are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm and one evening each week.

Victim Services is recruiting for up to ten new Support Workers. All successful applicants will complete a 60 hour training program beginning in September 2004. The Program is specifically looking for Punjabi-speaking candidates and asks that all applicants live in, or VERY NEAR to Delta.

Victim Services will be hosting a 90 minute information session for those interested in volunteering. Applicants must attend an information session, however, attending does not obligate you. The session is scheduled for 10:00 am, May 29th at the North Delta Public Safety Building, 11375 – 84 Ave. Please call Victim Services if you have any questions in advance, 604-940-5019.

Please note that victim services will have one of their staff or volunteers available for an interview

Call Kim Gramlich at 604-940-5007

*See attached photos*

Contact Media Liaison Officer

Cst. Sharlene Brooks ph: (604) 940-5016 Email:

May 10 2004 12:25 p.m.