In Ontario, Canada, investigators from the 21 Criminal Investigation Bureau have arrested five individuals involved in a large-scale theft ring targeting the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO).
The group is accused of stealing liquor from 50 LCBO locations between August 2024 and February 2025, with the total value of the stolen goods reaching an astounding $237,738.95.
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The suspects, all young men, were caught on surveillance footage and appear to be in their twenties. Police have not yet revealed the exact amounts each person stole, but the scale of the theft is significant. The theft itself is unusual, as it involved liquor—an item not often targeted in large-scale heists.
The suspects operated in a coordinated manner: while some distracted employees, others entered restricted areas to steal bottles of liquor. The group’s efforts were well-planned, making the thefts even more shocking.
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The five individuals arrested are:
Anuj Kumar, 25, no fixed address
Simarpeet Singh, 29, no fixed address
Sharndeep Singh, 25, no fixed address
Simranjeet Singh, 24, no fixed address (charged with Breach of Release Order)
Prabhpreet Singh, 29, from Caledon (charged with Break and Enter)
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All five have been charged with Theft Over $5000. Three face additional charges related to break-and-enter and conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.
Two more individuals are still wanted for their involvement in the theft ring:
Jagshir Singh, 28, no fixed address
Punit Sehjra, 25, no fixed address
Police have stated that the investigation is ongoing, and further charges may be added. Deputy Chief Marc Andrews of Peel Regional Police praised the investigation, emphasizing that these arrests send a strong message to criminals.
The nature of the theft and the involvement of young individuals in such a large-scale operation has shocked many, and the police are continuing their efforts to hold everyone accountable.
