Three Punjabi Youths arrested in Canada; accused of demanding ransom and firing shots

February 3, 2026

Surrey Police in Canada have arrested three young men of Punjabi origin on charges of firing shots in connection with an extortion attempt. Surrey Police released photos of the three and have launched an investigation into the incident. According to Surrey Police, the three are not Canadian citizens. Police have reported them to the Canada Border Services Agency, and their immigration status is also being investigated.

The suspects have been identified as 21-year-old Harjot Singh, 19-year-old Taranveer Singh, and 21-year-old Dayajit Singh. All three are accused of firing shots on Sunday. Surrey Police say that making the photos of Harjot Singh, Taranveer Singh, and Dayajit Singh public may help them find other victims and witnesses.

Police are appealing to the public to share any information they may have about the suspects. They are also asking people to share any relevant information about their activities on or before the morning of February 1, 2026.

Shots fired at a house in Crescent Beach on Sunday

According to Surrey Police, officers patrolling the Crescent Beach area early Sunday morning received a report of shots fired at a house. Police say the three suspects fired the shots and then fled the scene in a vehicle. The three suspects were arrested later that day.

No weapons recovered from the suspects

Surrey Police held a press conference and stated that no weapons were recovered from the suspects at the time of their arrest, but the investigation is ongoing. The suspects are being questioned. Police suspect that the suspects carried out the shooting in connection with an extortion attempt.

Criminals use shootings for extortion

A Surrey Police officer stated that some criminals fire shots before demanding ransom to instill fear in people and force them to pay. Others call for ransom first and then resort to shooting. He added that the investigation is also looking into whether they had already demanded ransom or were planning to do so.