Canada: Three Men of Indian Origin Arrested in Surrey Extortion Shooting Following Failed Rideshare Escape

Three Indian-Origin Men Arrested in Surrey Extortion-Related Shooting

Surrey, Canada: Canadian authorities have arrested three men of Indian origin in connection with an early-morning shooting in Surrey, British Columbia, linked to ongoing extortion-related crimes in the area. The arrests occurred after the suspects attempted to flee in a rideshare vehicle shortly after gunfire was reported outside a residence in the Crescent Beach neighbourhood.

Gunfire and Minor Fire Reported

On February 1, 2026, at approximately 3:50 a.m., officers from the Surrey Police Service (SPS) and its specialized Project Assurance Unit — tasked with monitoring areas prone to extortion and violent crimes — responded to reports of shots fired and a small fire at a home near Crescent Road and 132 Street. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, although the residence sustained damage from the gunfire.

Following the emergency call, officers tracked a vehicle linked to the shooting. The three suspects were intercepted near 28 Avenue and 140 Street as they tried to escape in a rideshare car. All three were apprehended safely, and the case was transferred to the SPS’s Major Crime Section for further investigation.

Suspects Identified and Charged

The arrested men have been identified as:

• Harjot Singh (21)
• Taranveer Singh (19)
• Dayajeet Singh Billing (21)

Each has been charged with discharging a firearm into a place, a serious offense under Section 244.2(1)(a) of the Canadian Criminal Code. All three remain in custody and are expected to appear in court on February 5, 2026. Police have indicated that additional charges could be filed as the investigation progresses.

Immigration Status and Federal Involvement

The SPS confirmed that the suspects are foreign nationals, prompting involvement from the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to review their immigration status and any potential further legal action. Authorities have not disclosed the type of visas the men held while residing in Canada.

Rising Extortion-Related Crimes in Surrey

This incident is part of a wider increase in extortion-linked violence in Surrey and the Lower Mainland, often targeting local businesses and residents. Since early 2026, police data indicates a notable rise in shootings and arson incidents connected to extortion schemes, raising public safety concerns and calls for stronger law enforcement measures.

The Surrey Police Service has urged residents with CCTV, dashcam footage, or any relevant information to come forward. The Surrey Extortion Reward Fund offers up to $250,000 for tips leading to arrests and convictions in extortion cases.

Community Reaction

The arrests come amid growing anxiety within Surrey’s Punjabi and South Asian communities, where many business owners and homeowners have been targeted by extortion rackets. Community leaders are advocating for increased police action to curb violent crime and restore a sense of safety among residents