CALGARY Police announced on Monday that two more South Asians — Karanbir Singh, 21, and Germanjeet Singh, 22 — have been charged in the March 4 extortion shooting in Calgary.
Earlier this month, Calgary Police had announced charges in relation to a series of extortion shootings that took place in February and March. Last week, the two additional men were charged.
On Sunday, February 22, at around 2:45 a.m., police were called for reports of a shooting outside of a residence in the 8400-block of Saddleridge Drive N.E. It is believed that two suspects fired multiple rounds into the residence from a vehicle before fleeing the scene prior to police arrival.
On Wednesday, March 4, at around 5:10 a.m., the same residence was once again targeted, and shots were fired toward the residence by three suspects inside a vehicle.
After identifying a possible suspect vehicle during a traffic stop on Saturday, March 7, investigators analyzed evidence from the stop alongside information from earlier incidents. This work helped establish links between suspects, vehicles and a series of extortion-related shootings.
On Friday, April 3, police laid charges against one individual in relation to the investigation while continuing to pursue the additional suspects. Jaskaran Singh, 21, of Calgary, was charged with discharging a firearm with intent.
Last week, investigators arrested a second man in Edmonton and issued warrants for a third.
Karanbir Singh has been charged with one count of discharging a firearm with intent. He was remanded into custody and was scheduled to appear in court on Monday, April 20.
Germanjeet Singh, 22, is wanted on a warrant for discharging a firearm with intent. He is described as 5’8” tall, 198 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair.
“These additional charges underscore the strength of our partnerships with our policing partners not only here in the province but also nationally. Through collaborative efforts and shared intelligence, we are sending a clear message that there is no room for extortion or violent criminal activity in our city or anywhere in our province. We committed to holding those responsible accountable, and this investigation demonstrates that we will follow through on that commitment.” said Acting Deputy Chief Jeff Bell, Bureau of Investigative Support, Calgary Police Service.
“We know that the criminal networks responsible for these violent extortions do not restrict themselves to one jurisdiction, and neither do we. The EPS continues to work with CPS, the RCMP and other law enforcement partners across the country to share information that helps identify and bring these suspects to justice and protect the safety of our communities,” said Deputy Chief Nicole Chapdelaine, Investigations Bureau, Edmonton Police Service.
“The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) collaborates closely with its law enforcement partners, including the Calgary Police Service and the Edmonton Police Service, to uphold public safety and ensure accountability for individuals who violate the law. The CBSA is committed to the swift removal of individuals who have misused Canada’s immigration system and pose risks to the safety and well-being of our communities,” said Regional Director General Janalee Bell-Boychuk, Prairie Region, CBSA.
Calragy Policer thanked their partners at the Edmonton Police Service, the Canada Border Services Agency and the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Team for their help with this investigation.
Since January 2025, there have been 41 extortion attempts in Calgary. Seventeen of the incidents involved shootings at homes, businesses, or vehicles. These crimes are happening across Canada, and while they have involved threats and shootings, there are no reported injuries in Calgary to date, police said.
If you have information in relation to this series of extortions, contact police by calling 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers though any of the following methods:
TALK: 1-800-222-8477
TYPE: www.calgarycrimestoppers.org
APP: P3 Tips
Case # CA26094229/3750
