International Criminal Ring Busted in Peel Region

Note: For a complete list of arrests and related charges, and downloadable video, please check the attachments section below.

Region of Peel – Peel Regional Police have taken 17 people into custody, most of whom are linked to an international crime organization called For Brothers. This group targeted South Asian business owners and community members throughout the region, as well as in Canada and the United States.

The investigation, led by the Extortion Task Force, has put an end to a systematic campaign involving intimidation, threats, and increasing violence aimed at extorting local businesses.

This organized crime network is reportedly behind several attacks specifically directed at the South Asian community in the Region of Peel. They have been active in Brampton, Mississauga, Caledon, and British Columbia, with connections to California.

About the Investigation

A Joint Forces Operation began in December 2025 that included Peel Regional Police along with Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), and Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC).

Numerous businesses such as restaurants and trucking companies were repeatedly targeted after they refused to comply with extortion demands. This demonstrated the group’s relentless approach and their increasingly violent methods.

In one case, investigators claim two suspects were involved in a shooting and arson at a residential property in Caledon shortly before another shooting aimed at a business took place in Brampton.

In total, the 17 individuals are associated with 24 incidents. Investigators have tied 16 violent events to For Brothers including arson and multiple shootings where 324 rounds were fired.

17 Arrests Leading to 106 Criminal Charges

In April 2026, law enforcement executed several search warrants across various locations resulting in the arrest of these 17 men who face a combined total of 106 criminal charges:

Iqbal Singh Bhagria, 25, from Brampton, ON

Akashdeep Singh, 24, from Norval, ON

Ravinder Singh, 25, from Surrey, BC

Jashanbir Singh, 21, from Surrey, BC

Dilawarpreet Singh, 26, from Brampton, ON

Mandeep Singh, 21 from Brampton , ON

Prabhdeep Sohal ,22 , from Brampton , ON

Partapbir Ghuman ,22 , from Brampton , ON

Ajaydeep Singh ,29 , from Brampton , ON

Navroop Singh ,24 , from Brampton , ON

Rajan Singh ,28 , from Barrie , ON

Amritjot Singh ,22 , from Brampton , ON

Jashanpreet Singh ，22 ，of Brampton ，ON

Guneet Guneet，27，of Brampton，ON

Sukhwinder Singh，32，of Bramp ton， ON

Mohinder Singh ，30 ，of Brampton ， ON

Gautam Gautam ，22 ，of Manteca ， CA

Six individuals charged by Peel Regional Police may face immigration consequences which could include being removed from Canada after their legal cases conclude. In addition to this situation,, CBSA has arrested six more individuals for immigration-related issues. Among those arrested by CBSA three people have already been removed; two remain detained while one has been released under conditions set by the Immigration and Refugee Board. During this investigation police seized six firearms along with illegal drugs,, several cell phones,, SIM cards,, and fake identification cards. The investigation continues,, and additional arrests are expected. Partners in Combating Extortion Peel Regional Police would like to express gratitude towards CBSA,, OPP,, Surrey Police Service,, Edmonton Police Service,, and FBI for their collaboration during this inquiry. The force also wishes to acknowledge FINTRAC for their ongoing support. Since beginning its operations back in2023 ,, the Extortion Task Force has actively worked on tackling violent extortion cases which involve threats,,, financial demands,,, and acts of violence such as shootings or arsons–showing our dedication toward community safety. Anyone who possesses information regarding this investigation or who has experienced similar acts of extortion is encouragedto reach outto Peel Regional Policeat(905)453-3131. Information can also be shared anonymouslyby contacting Crime Stoppersat1-800-222-TIPS(8477)orvisitingwww. peelcrimestoppers. ca.

QUICK FACTS

17 arrests leading up to106 criminal charges 17 accused persons connectedwith24 separate incidents 16violent incidents tiedbackto For Brothersincludingarsonandmultiple shootouts firingoff324rounds Seized itemsconsistedofsixfirearmsillicitdrugs, c ellphones, SIMcards, andfraudulent IDs The Extortion Task Forceiscomprisedofapproximately30officersandanaly sts

ATTACHMENTS

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“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 withinthe South Asiancommunity, andremaincommittedtoputa stopto these crimesandkeepourcommunitiessafe.”

– Chief Nishan Duraiappah, P eel Regional Police                 “The Canada Border Services Agencycollaborateswithlaw enforcementpartnersto combatextortionandprotectcommunitiesacross Canada. Our effortsincludeintelligencesharinginvestigationsarrestsdetentionsrem ovalof inadmissibleforeignnationalsengaginginextor tion-relatedactivities. As Of May7th2026, wehaveopened446immigrationinvestigationsissued118 removalordersforvariousinadmissibilitygroundsandenforced55 removals.” – Erin O’Gorman President Canada Border Services Agency “The Ontario Provincial Policeisproudtostandwithourpartnersas memberofthe Extortion Task Force. Thesecrimesarehavingas eriousimpactoncommunitiesacrosscentralandwestern On tariowiththose responsible showingnoregardforthef earandharmtheycause Whileprogresshasbeenmadeweremai ncommittedtoworkingwithourpartnerstoidentifylocatea ndholdtheseindividualsaccountabletoensurethatresidents feel safe intheir communities.” – Chief Superintendent Karen Gonneau Investigation Support Bureau Ontario Provincial Police

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