ONTARIO’S Peel Regional Police investigators from the 21 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau have charged two individuals after three violent robberies in Brampton.
In April and May, police investigated three separate incidents where the suspects used social media platforms to arrange in-person meetings under false pretenses. Upon meeting with the suspects, the victims were allegedly met with violence and property was stolen. Two of the victims were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Following an investigation, two individuals have been arrested; however, there are still outstanding suspects.
On Saturday, May 31, Abhijot Singh, a 20-year-old man from Brampton, was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Kidnapping (two counts)
- Robbery with firearm (two counts)
- Robbery
- Fraud
Ridhampreet Singh, a 21-year-old man from Mississauga, was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Kidnapping
- Robbery with a firearm
- Fraud
They were both held for a bail hearing and attended the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.
Peel Regional Police is reminding community members to exercise caution when arranging to meet individuals they have met online, whether through dating apps, social media, or classified ads.
Consider the following safety measures:
- Always meet in public places, especially during the initial meeting.
- Inform a friend or family member of your plans, including the location and time of your meeting.
- Verify the identity of individuals through video calls or other means before agreeing to meet in person.
- Trust your instincts—if something feels off, do not proceed.
- Report any suspicious or criminal behaviour to law enforcement.
Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact investigators with the 21 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121 extension 2133. Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visiting peelcrimestoppers.ca.
