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2026
June 2026
Bishnoi Gang Letter to Abbotsford Police
Date: June 1, 2026 (letter dated August 13, 2025)
Source: Global News — Stewart Bell
India-based Lawrence Bishnoi gang — now designated as a terrorist group in Canada — sent a letter to the Abbotsford Police Department claiming “upwards of 1,000 individuals” willing to carry out shootings. The letter demanded that “every business needs to pay their tax.”
Key details from Edmonton Police Const. Kevin St. Louis testimony:
- Gang recruits temporary foreign workers and international students
- Extortion demands via WhatsApp, naming Bishnoi, Goldy Brar, or Jora Sidhu
- Gang fractured in fall 2025 after rift between Bishnoi (Indian prison) and Brar (Canada)
- Post-split: shooters fired at homes/businesses without prior demands
- Copycat groups emerged, capitalizing on fear
- Firearms moved between provinces so rapidly they’re “practically impossible” to trace
“To the community, to victims, your pain is real. We understand you’re hurting.” — Paul Dadwal, Chair, BC Community Advisory Group on Extortion
May 2026
BC Extortion Task Force: 36 Active Files, Surrey Cases Trending Down
Date: May 13, 2026
Source: RCMP / BC Government
Overall decrease in extortion-related activity province-wide. 36 active investigative files pursuing higher-tier suspects. Surrey: 98 reported extortions YTD as of May 11 (down from peak), 16 involved gunfire. Community cooperation and reporting increasing.
“To the community, to victims, your pain is real. We understand you’re hurting. We know some of you have relocated. We know some of your lives have been affected and kids have been affected.” — Paul Dadwal, Chair, BC Community Advisory Group on Extortion
Gursewak Singh — 15+ Charges (Surrey/Abbotsford)
Date: May 2026
Source: Surrey Police / Abbotsford Police joint announcement
22-year-old facing arson, extortion, and multiple weapons charges. Linked to December 2025 Abbotsford shooting + two Surrey incidents (gunfire at business, vehicle arson). Both targeted businesses had prior extortion threats. No prior criminal record; remains in custody.
Two Men Charged in April Surrey Extortion-Linked Shooting
Date: May 2026
Source: Surrey Police
Resident had been previously threatened before the shooting.
BC Extortion Task Force — RCMP Roundtable Update
Date: May 13, 2026
Source: RCMP / BC Government
- Overall decrease in extortion-related activity province-wide
- 36 active investigative files pursuing “higher-tier” suspects
- Surrey: 98 reported extortions YTD as of May 11, 16 involved gunfire
- Monthly breakdown: Jan 44, Feb 17, Mar 14, Apr 20, May (as of 11th) trending lower
“They’re being recruited, very much like we have local vulnerable youth being recruited by organized crime.” — Delta Police Chief Harj Sidhu
CBSA Immigration Enforcement Update
Date: May 7, 2026
Source: CBSA
- 446 immigration investigations opened nationwide
- 118 removal orders issued
- 55 removals enforced
- Pacific region: 132 investigations, 52 removal orders, 33 removals
February 2026
Three Men Charged in Provincial Task Force Investigation
Date: February 27, 2026
Source: RCMP
Paul Dadwal Named to Lead Community Advisory Group
Date: February 4, 2026
Source: BC Government News
Former CFSEU-BC senior officer will chair group bridging community concerns and BC Extortion Task Force.
Three Suspects in South Surrey Extortion-Related Shooting Appear in Court
Date: February 5, 2026
Source: Surrey Now-Leader
Three charged after Feb 1 Crescent Beach incident. Next court date Feb 11.
BC Mayor Urges Fast Advance for Bail Reform in Ottawa
Date: February 5, 2026
Source: Surrey Now-Leader
Kelowna Mayor Tom Dyas testifies before Parliament, pushing for Bill C-14 to target repeat offenders.
Surrey House Targeted Again in Extortion-Related Shooting
Date: May 25, 2026
Source: Global News BC
Surrey RCMP confirmed a house was targeted again in an extortion-related shooting, continuing a pattern of repeat victimization. Police actively investigating.
Extortions Declining in B.C., Suspects Moving Between Provinces
Date: May 13, 2026
Source: CBC News
RCMP and B.C. officials note extortions declining in B.C., but suspects are mobile, operating across provincial borders. Nearly 100 extortion cases reported in Surrey this year. Roundtable discussion held with CBSA and multiple police agencies.
Two Men Charged in Surrey Extortion-Linked Shooting
Date: May 13, 2026
Source: CBC News / Surrey Police
Two men arrested and charged in an April 22 shooting at a Surrey home where the resident had been a victim of extortion threats. No injuries reported; damage to residence and vehicle. SPS extortion response team identified suspect vehicle and executed search warrant.
Archive last updated: June 12, 2026