Indian police have arrested 28-year-old Bandhu Maan Singh Sekhon in Delhi, identifying him as the “prime conspirator” behind a series of extortion-related shootings at Kap’s Café in Surrey, British Columbia. This café, owned by Indian comedian Kapil Sharma, has been targeted multiple times since its opening in July, raising concerns about the safety of businesses in the area.
The arrest follows a collaborative effort between Indian authorities and Canadian law enforcement, and it highlights the ongoing issue of extortion that has resulted in dozens of shootings in the South Asian community in B.C. British Columbia’s Premier David Eby noted that government officials are mobilizing resources, including a $1 million fund aimed at supporting extortion victims. With over 90 investigations currently underway connected to these crimes, the situation emphasizes a rapidly escalating conflict linked to organized crime groups.
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