Deleting images/files in harddisc, aperture 3

Hello smart ones,
I'm having a tough time figuring out how to delete images in Aperture 3. I mean delete as in get rid of completely, not just in aperture library or such. I've been searching the blogs, net, discussions, etc, and trying and trying without success.
So. I need space in my harddisc and I imported "everything" in the beginning, and now it would be very easy to clear up some space w/aperture. I just cannot find a way to delete a version(s) and a master, so that it would also delete the actual file in the disc (in finder, sort of).
I actually tested the method of deleting the file in finder, but aperture still had it somehow ?!? Even restarted it but the photo was still there, eventhough the actual file was in the trash (=system trash).
If any of you have knowledge, I would be really happy !
Thanks in advance,
Teemu
Finland

You're image didn't display.
What this all means is you have a messed up installation. If you imported as you say you did (in their current location) and you can see the masters in the finder OUTSIDE of the Aperture library package but Aperture shows you no images if you search for referenced images then something is seriously messed up beyond having to delete files twice.
If all you've written is correct then I would suggest you stop normal operations and try to find out what is going on because what you got ain't right.
Have you run the Basic trouble shooting steps? That would be a good place to start. Also make sure you have a working backup.
good luck
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