Peel Regional Police say they have dismantled an international criminal network accused of targeting South Asian business owners and community members through threats, shootings, arsons and extortion demands across Ontario, British Columbia and parts of the United States.
Police announced the arrest of 17 men in connection with 24 incidents tied to what investigators describe as a coordinated campaign of intimidation and violence. Most of the accused allegedly have links to an international criminal group known as For Brothers.
The investigation, led by Peel police’s Extortion Task Force, focused on a network accused of targeting victims in Brampton, Mississauga, Caledon and British Columbia, with links to California. Police say several businesses, including restaurants and trucking companies, faced repeated threats after refusing to pay extortion demands.
17 Arrested, 106 Charges Laid in Peel Extortion Investigation
The Joint Forces Operation began in December 2025 and included Peel Regional Police, the Ontario Provincial Police, Canada Border Services Agency, the FBI and FINTRAC.
In April 2026, investigators executed search warrants at multiple locations and arrested 17 men. The accused face a combined 106 criminal charges.
The accused include Iqbal Singh Bhagria, 25, of Brampton; Akashdeep Singh, 24, of Norval; Ravinder Singh, 25, of Surrey, B.C.; Jashanbir Singh, 21, of Surrey, B.C.; Dilawarpreet Singh, 26, of Brampton; Mandeep Singh, 21, of Brampton; Prabhdeep Sohal, 22, of Brampton; Partapbir Ghuman, 22, of Brampton; Ajaydeep Singh, 29, of Brampton; Navroop Singh, 24, of Brampton; Rajan Singh, 28, of Barrie; Amritjot Singh, 22, of Brampton; Jashanpreet Singh, 22, of Brampton; Guneet Guneet, 27, of Brampton; Sukhwinder Singh, 32, of Brampton; Mohinder Singh, 30, of Brampton; and Gautam Gautam, 22, of Manteca, California.
None of the charges have been tested in court.
Police Link Group to Shootings, Arson and 324 Rounds Fired
Investigators say the accused are connected to 24 incidents. Of those, police linked 16 violent incidents to For Brothers, including arsons and multiple shootings involving 324 rounds discharged.
In one case, police allege two accused were involved in a shooting and arson at a home in Caledon. Minutes later, investigators say, a second shooting targeted a business in Brampton.
During the investigation, officers seized six firearms, illicit drugs, cell phones, SIM cards and fraudulent identification cards.
Police said six people charged by Peel Regional Police face possible immigration action, including removal from Canada, after their criminal cases end. Separately, CBSA arrested and detained six people for immigration-related inadmissibility. Three have been removed from Canada, two remain in CBSA custody and one has been released by the Immigration and Refugee Board on conditions.
Police Say More Arrests Are Expected
“These arrests reflect the coordinated efforts of Peel Regional Police and our law enforcement partners across jurisdictions to disrupt these networks and hold those responsible accountable. Extortion is not confined to one region but connected both nationally and internationally. Addressing it requires strong cross-border collaboration and intelligence-sharing among agencies. We recognize the fear and harm this has caused, particularly within the South Asian community, and remain committed to put a stop to these crimes and keep our communities safe.”
— Chief Nishan Duraiappah, Peel Regional Police
“The Canada Border Services Agency collaborates with law enforcement partners to combat extortion and protect communities across Canada. Our efforts include intelligence sharing, investigations, arrests, detentions and removal of inadmissible foreign nationals engaging in extortion-related activities. As of May 7, 2026, we have opened 446 immigration investigations, issued 118 removal orders for various inadmissibility grounds, and enforced 55 removals.”
— Erin O’Gorman, President, Canada Border Services Agency
Peel police said the investigation remains active and further arrests are anticipated.
Anyone with information, or anyone who believes they have been targeted in a similar extortion scheme, is asked to contact Peel Regional Police at 905-453-3131. Anonymous tips may be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through Peel Crime Stoppers.
