A recent arrest of four Indian-origin men has exposed an elaborate extortion racket in Canada. South-Asian businesses are constantly getting targeted by these individuals becoming major concerns for the community.
Bandhumaan Sekhon, 27, Harmanjit Singh, 25, Tejinder Tatla, 44, and Dinesh Kumar, 24, are four of the five individuals arrested by Peel Region Police earlier this year. After an investigation, the group is now facing multiple charges including extortion, firearms offenses, and assault.
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Even more shocking is the involvement of a female Afghan-origin influencer Rukhsar Achakzai, 21, who was arrested for similar crimes. Her fame on Instagram, promoting car dealerships, proved only to be a decoy for her illegal activities.
Peel Police Chief rightly pointed out the impact these crimes have on victims and their families. He confirmed that since 2023, 21 arrests have been made, and a significant number of firearms, drugs, and stolen vehicles have been seized, reflecting the severity of these criminal networks.
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The arrests might bring some relief to the community but still, aggressive steps need to be taken to curb extortion cases.
Investigative update on the Extortion Investigative Task Force
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— Peel Regional Police (@PeelPolice) December 11, 2024
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