Peel Region summit tackles rising extortion crimes
Political leaders and law enforcement held a summit in Brampton to address a surge in extortion. Authorities are stepping up coordinated efforts to protect businesses and residents in Peel Region.
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Peel Police Fund Fight Against Southern Ontario Extortion
Peel Regional Police commit new funding to tackle extortion schemes in Southern Ontario. Learn about the initiative and its regional impact.
Guelph man extorted after dating app encounter
A Guelph man reports being extorted by someone he met on a dating application. Local police are investigating the incident as a warning to online daters.
Settlement reached in case of mistakenly demolished Mississauga house
A Mississauga homeowner has reached a settlement after his house was demolished by mistake. The case highlights serious property rights and construction errors.
Aurora man charged with extortion, police fear more victims
Adam Sirizzotti, 34, of Aurora, faces extortion charges. York police allege he used threats and violence over years, seizing $180,000 in cash and watches. Investigators believe there may be more victims.
Aurora man charged with extortion in Vaughan loan case
A 34-year-old Aurora man is accused of extortion after allegedly targeting a victim in Vaughan for seven years with private loans and exaggerated interest. Learn the details of the York Regional Police investigation.
Cloverdale home targeted by gunfire for second time
A Cloverdale home in Surrey was damaged by gunfire early Sunday, the second such attack in two weeks. RCMP confirm both are linked to the ongoing extortion crisis. No injuries reported.
Extortion-related shooting in Langley under investigation
RCMP investigate another extortion-linked shooting in B.C., this time in Langley on January 8, 2026. Police are on scene gathering evidence. Read the latest details.
Third extortion shooting in 2 days under RCMP probe
RCMP in Langley are investigating a shooting on 232 Street linked to extortion, marking the third such incident in two days. Police are on scene.
Brampton extortion: Video of shots fired at home sent to owner
A Brampton man was sent a terrifying video of a gunman firing shots at his home, accompanied by a demand for half a million dollars. Police are investigating the brazen extortion attempt.
Surrey police probe extortion-related overnight shooting
Surrey RCMP are investigating an overnight shooting on January 7, 2026, believed to be connected to extortion. No injuries reported. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Ex-Montreal Cop Arrested for Extortion, Sharing Intimate Photos
A former Montreal police officer faces serious charges including extortion and sharing intimate images without consent. The BEI investigation highlights accountability within law enforcement.
Extortion-linked shooting in North Delta under investigation
Delta Police are investigating a targeted shooting at a North Delta residence, linked to Metro Vancouver extortion crimes. No injuries reported. Call 604-946-4444 with info.
Delta Home Shooting Believed Extortion-Related
A home in Delta, B.C., was targeted by gunfire in what police believe is an extortion-related incident. No injuries were reported. Get the latest details.
Windsor Property Crimes Down 11.6% in 2025
New data reveals a significant 11.6% decrease in crimes against property in Windsor for 2025. Explore the details and what it means for community safety. Read the full report.
Caledon OPP busy with holiday auto investigations
Caledon OPP dealt with a series of vehicle-related incidents over the holidays, including impaired driving charges, a recovered stolen car, and a driver who nearly hit a police cruiser. Read the details.
New Year's Day shooting in Surrey injures man
A man is in stable condition after a shooting in Surrey's Newton neighbourhood on New Year's night. Police have made an arrest and state the incident is not connected to recent extortion crimes.
Surrey shooting linked to extortion, police say
Surrey Police are investigating an early morning shooting on December 31, 2025, believed to be connected to extortion. Authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
Extortion Cases Increase in Caledon, Dufferin: OPP
Caledon OPP Commander Insp. Natalie Majer addresses a concerning rise in extortion reports. Police urge the public to come forward as they take every incident seriously.
2-alarm house fire in Brampton on Christmas Eve morning
Firefighters responded to a significant two-alarm house fire on Tumbleweed Trail in Brampton on the morning of December 24, 2025. No injuries were immediately reported.
Two Injured in Mississauga Costco Parking Lot Crash
A pedestrian and a driver were taken to hospital following a collision in a Costco parking lot on Laird Road in Mississauga on December 23. Details on the incident and response.
Edmonton Man Pleads Guilty in Extortion Case
An Edmonton man has pleaded guilty for his role in a local extortion scheme. Get the latest details on the case and its implications for the community.
Project Gaslight member sentenced, faces deportation
Parminder Singh, the last conspirator in the Project Gaslight extortion case, receives a 7.5-year sentence for shooting at a home with an officer inside. His lawyer confirms likely deportation. Read the full details.
Man charged in Abbotsford extortion shooting
Gursewak Singh, 22, faces charges after a reckless, public shooting at an Abbotsford business on Dec. 17. Police seek information as the suspect remains in custody.
Police seek 2 suspects after assault at Mississauga hotel
Peel Regional Police are investigating a sexual assault and robbery at a Mississauga hotel. Authorities are searching for two suspects. Get the latest details on the ongoing investigation.
Man killed in Mississauga shooting, homicide unit investigating
Peel Regional Police are investigating a fatal shooting in Mississauga that left one man dead. The homicide unit has taken over the case. Get the latest details.
Suspect charged in Abbotsford extortion-related shooting
Abbotsford police have made an arrest following an overnight shooting at a business, now linked to an extortion scheme. Get the latest details on the investigation.
FBI charges man for threats against B.C. resident
An Indian national in California faces federal charges for allegedly threatening a Langley, B.C. resident in a case linked to an Indian gang. The FBI and RCMP collaborated on the cross-border investigation.
B.C. judge flags possible extortion in blogger defamation case
A B.C. judge suggests a Vancouver blogger's defamatory posts about local business owners may constitute an extortion attempt. Learn the details of this unfolding legal case.
Teens, man charged in violent Peel carjackings
Peel police have arrested two 16-year-olds and an 18-year-old man in connection with a series of violent carjackings in Brampton and Mississauga. The suspects face multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit robbery.
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