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CTV News
3 days ago
- General
- CTV News
2 men charged in connection with kidnappings, robberies in Brampton
A Peel Regional Police emblem is seen on the side of a polcie cruiser in this undated photo. Two men from Peel Region have been arrested and charged following three kidnapping and robbery investigations in Brampton. Peel Regional Police (PRP) say they investigated three separate incidents between April and May where suspects allegedly used social media platforms to set up in-person meetings with victims 'under false pretenses.' 'Upon meeting with the suspects, [they] were allegedly met with violence and property was stolen,' police said, adding that two of the victims were taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Following an investigation, 20-year-old Abhijot Singh, of Brampton, and 21-year-old Ridhampreet Singh, of Mississauga, were arrested on May 31. Abhijot Singh has been charged with two counts each of kidnapping and robbery with Firearm, and one count each of robbery and fraud, while Ridhampreet Singh has been charged with kidnapping, robbery with a firearm, and fraud. They were both held for a bail hearing and attended court in Brampton. An unknown number of suspects are still outstanding, PRP said. Police are reminding people to be careful when arranging to meet individuals they have met online, whether it be through dating apps, social media, or classified ads. Anyone with further information about these incidents is asked to contact investigators with PRP's 21 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121, ext. 2133, or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
Toronto Sun
3 days ago
- Toronto Sun
2 men charged, others wanted in Peel Region kidnapping, robbery probe
Cops investigating incidents in April and May where victims were allegedly lured using social media platforms Peel Regional Police cruisers. Toronto Sun Two men from Peel Region have been charged with kidnapping and robbery while additional suspects are outstanding following a string of violent incidents. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Peel Regional Police said cops investigated three incidents between April and May where the accused allegedly used social media platforms to arrange in-person meetings under false presences. Police said the victims were allegedly 'met with violence and property was stolen' upon meeting with the suspects. Two of the victims were hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Read More Abhijot Singh, 20, of Brampton, was arrested Saturday and charged with robbery, fraud and two counts each of kidnapping and robbery with a firearm. Ridhampreet Singh, 21, of Mississauga, was arrested and charged with kidnapping, robbery with a firearm and fraud. Anyone with information can contact police at 905-453-2121, Ext. 2133, or Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or RECOMMENDED VIDEO Toronto Maple Leafs Olympics Columnists Toronto Maple Leafs Toronto Raptors
