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prior arrest occurred in Red Deer

Third man sought in extortion investigation involving three foreign nationals

Mar 2, 2026 | 3:07 PM

RCMP in Alberta have laid charges as part of an ongoing extortion investigation involving three foreign nationals, but they also need the public’s help.

RCMP said late last week that on Oct. 31 and Nov. 6 of last year, Parkland Mounties received reports of a home in Spring Meadow Estates being shot at.

There were no injuries, and the investigation revealed the victims were allegedly being threatened to extort money from them. Parkland RCMP General Investigation Section took carriage of and led an exhaustive investigation involving law enforcement partners in other parts of Alberta, B.C., and Ontario.

As a result, RCMP identified Jagdeep Singh, who was arrested as he travelled through Red Deer.

A search incidental to his arrest turned up a firearm. Singh was released pending further investigation, which ultimately led to the Crown approving the charges, and then obtaining the Canada-wide arrest warrant now in effect.

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The firearm, sent away for testing, is linked to seven unrelated shootings across the country.

Further investigation revealed several key pieces of evidence linking the suspect to alleged extortions targeting the South Asian community, and to the shootings at the home in Parkland County.

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Jagdeep Singh, 24, a foreign national, has been charged with:

• Extortion (x2);
• Discharging a firearm with intent (x2);
• Firearms offences (x8); and
• Disguise with intent (x2).

Singh’s whereabouts are currently unknown, and a Canada-wide arrest warrant has been issued. Singh is also wanted by the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) on a Canada-wide immigration warrant. Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating Jagdeep Singh in relation to these charges. 

Investigation identified two other incidents and suspects who were allegedly discharging a firearm recklessly out of a moving vehicle. The two suspects, though allegedly part of the same crime group, are not directly related to the Parkland extortion shooting, police say.

On Feb. 11, 2026, Ravinder Singh was arrested by Edmonton Police Service (EPS), following collaboration between RCMP and EPS.

 Ravinder Singh, 25, also a foreign national, has been charged with:

• Discharging a firearm with intent (x2);
• Weapons offences (x4).

Ravinder Singh is being held in custody.

On Feb. 13, 2026, Parkland RCMP, assisted by EPS, executed a search warrant at a home and vehicle in Edmonton. 

While at the home, police arrested Gurpreet Singh, 24, a foreign national. He has been charged with:

• Discharging a firearm with intent;
• Weapons offences (x2).

Gurpreet Singh remains in custody.

During the search, RCMP seized a firearm consistent with that used in both Parkland shootings.

Evidence gathered that pertains to other shootings in other jurisdictions has been handed over to their respective organizations.

The investigation into these shootings continue and additional charges on other suspects could be considered.

“I would like to acknowledge the Parkland GIS team for their dedication and professionalism; they have lived this investigation since October 2025. I’d also like to recognize our Parkland plain clothes units, General Duty members and all our other internal partners; our Digital Forensic Services, District CRU, District GIS and external partners from across the country,” said Inspect Kevin McGillivray of the Parkland RCMP.

“By collaborating with our external partners, including Edmonton Police Service, B.C. Provincial Extortion Task Force, OPP MCU, Peel Regional and CBSA, we have been able to make progress with not only our investigation, but with many others. Investigating a criminal organization, there can’t be any lines in the sand. Open dialogue, partnerships and collaboration are key to moving these investigations forward.”