Three Indian Nationals Face Charges After Extortion-Related Shooting in Surrey's Upscale Neighborhood
In a significant law enforcement operation, the Surrey Police Service has apprehended three Indian nationals following a violent incident involving gunfire in the upscale Crescent Beach neighborhood of Surrey, Canada. The arrests came after reports of multiple shots being fired at a residential property, with authorities linking the attack to an alleged extortion scheme that has been troubling the region.
Details of the Arrest and Charges
The incident unfolded in the early hours of Sunday, February 1, 2026, when Surrey Police Service members, working in collaboration with the Major Crime Section, were patrolling the Crescent Beach area. At approximately 3:50 am, they received reports of gunshots and a small fire outside a residence located near Crescent Road and 132 Street.
The three suspects have been identified as:
- Taranveer Singh, aged 19
- Harjot Singh, aged 21
- Dayajeet Singh Billing, aged 21
All three individuals face charges related to discharging a firearm into a place, contrary to section 244.2(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada. The authorities have released their photographs to the public, hoping that this might encourage additional witnesses or victims to come forward with relevant information about their activities.
Investigation and International Involvement
Given that all three suspects are foreign nationals, the Canada Border Services Agency has been actively engaged in the investigation. The suspects have been remanded to custody and are scheduled to appear in court on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
According to police statements, the preliminary investigation suggests that the apparent purpose of firing multiple shots at the residence was for extortion. This incident adds to a concerning pattern in Surrey, where authorities have reported approximately 46 extortion cases since January 1, 2026, including 11 incidents involving gunfire and one arson attack.
Police Response and Community Impact
The response to the incident involved multiple law enforcement agencies, including officers from the Surrey Police Service, the Lower Mainland District Integrated Police Dog Service, and the Delta Police Department. The suspects attempted to flee the crime scene using a rideshare vehicle but were apprehended near 28 Avenue and 140 Street.
Surrey Fire Services members were also dispatched to the location to extinguish the small fire that had broken out. While the fire caused some damage to the property, the residence where the gunshots were fired sustained more significant damage, highlighting the dangerous nature of the attack.
Surrey, a city in British Columbia with a population of nearly 600,000 people, has been grappling with an increase in extortion-related crimes. Police data indicates that more than half of the victims in these cases have been targeted repeatedly, suggesting organized criminal activity in the region.
The public release of the suspects' images underscores the seriousness with which authorities are treating this case and their commitment to addressing the broader issue of extortion-related violence in the community.
