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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Guelph Police are alerting the community about a recent sextortion attempt. Learn the warning signs and how to protect yourself from this online threat.
Abbotsford police have made an arrest following a targeted shooting linked to extortion. Get the latest details on the investigation and community response.
A suspect linked to an extortion case in British Columbia has been arrested and formally charged in California. Get the latest details on this cross-border investigation.
The suspect in a brutal Calgary sexual assault testified the encounter was consensual, while the victim has no memory of the attack. The judge's ruling is expected in March.
A Wellington County resident reports a frightening sextortion attempt. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself from this growing online threat in Canada.
A Calgary woman testified she lost nearly a month of memory after an alleged violent assault in 2019. The trial continues for Kepra Udup Bang, charged with aggravated sexual assault.
Ontario Provincial Police are investigating over 45 extortion cases linked to shootings in Caledon and Dufferin County, targeting the South-Asian community. Police urge victims to come forward.
UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria reveals an alleged extortion plot involving false domestic abuse claims as the reason for his absence. Get the full story on the shocking allegations.
Surrey RCMP and police investigate linked incidents of shots fired at a home and two vehicle fires Sunday morning. No injuries reported. Police seek witnesses.
Vancouver Police in Abbotsford, B.C., have initiated a new exit-support program aimed at addressing the underlying causes of extortion. Learn about this proactive community strategy.
Liberal MNA Jennifer Maccarone calls for a parliamentary commission after a wave of shootings and arson targeting Quebec bars and restaurants, citing a 'culture of fear' and disbanded police committees.
A Toronto dentist faces serious charges after allegedly sexually assaulting two patients at his North York clinic. Police are urging potential victims to come forward.
An Alberta man faces charges for the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl. Brooks RCMP announced the arrest following an investigation. Learn the details.
A Guelph man was targeted in a disturbing extortion scheme after an intimate video was obtained. Police warn the public about this growing cybercrime threat. Learn how to protect yourself.
Laval police launch Project Vigilance to combat a sharp rise in extortion targeting local businesses. Authorities urge community cooperation to stop the intimidation.
An Ottawa lawyer has been disbarred after being found guilty of criminal harassment and extortion. Learn the details of the case and the Law Society's decisive action.
A former Calgary anesthesiologist convicted of sexual assault will not be listed on Canada's national sex offender registry. Learn the details of the court's controversial decision.
Mariam Hamou resigns from hospital committee after criminal charges. Sources allege London Mayor Josh Morgan is the complainant. Get the full story.
Bandhumaan Sekhon, who entered Canada from India in 2023, was granted bail despite facing serious firearm and extortion charges. His case highlights ongoing justice system debates.
Waterloo Regional Police investigate additional sexual assault allegations against Justin Garzon as more victims come forward. Latest developments in the case.
Canadian immigration officials deport 5 individuals and investigate 96 others linked to extortion schemes targeting B.C. business owners. Get the latest updates on this major security operation.
Delhi police arrest Bandhu Maan Singh Sekhon, accused of orchestrating three shootings at Surrey's Kap's Cafe. The suspect fled Canada after police crackdown on extortion rings targeting South Asian businesses.
British Columbia unveils new funding to enhance police support for extortion victims. Premier David Eby announces crime victim assistance program in Surrey.