DEVINDER Singh, 30, a cab driver was shot and killed on Friday, March 13 in North Battleford in west-central Saskatchewan.
The Times of India reported that his cousin in India’s Punjab state told the media that according to the victim’s wife in Canada, Devinder Singh received a call from a woman at a motel requesting a ride. He was waiting outside the motel when a woman rushed out. A man chasing her fired at her, but the bullet hit the cab driver instead.
On Saturday, March 14, the RCMP announced that the Homicide Investigation Unit had charged two adult males in relation to the male’s death at the business.
Further investigation has determined that one of the males assaulted and pointed a firearm at another individual in the business, and the two adult males confined the individual to a room at the business. The victim was later transported to hospital for injuries described as non-life threatening in nature.
Kojac Adams, a 19-year-old male from North Battleford, is charged with one count each of first-degree murder, forcible confinement, assault with a weapon, and pointing a firearm.
Garren Baptiste, a 19-year-old male from North Battleford, is charged with one count each of manslaughter, and forcible confinement.
Local media reported that family and supporters turned out in high numbers at North Battleford provincial court on Monday, March 16 to show their support. The case was adjourned to March 30 as they seek lega aid. accused Both accused remain in custody. Their cases were adjourned to March 30 as they seek assistance from legal aid. Both remain in custody.
According to one media report, the incident has created fear among drivers and within the cab company. Some drivers have quit their jobs.
