News release: Extortion Task Force Takes Down International Criminal Group Targeting South Asian Community
FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Peel Regional Police in an investigation that helped dismantle an international criminal network allegedly responsible for a series of targeted attacks against the South Asian community in the Peel Region. Several businesses, including restaurants and trucking companies, were allegedly repeatedly targeted after refusing to comply with extortion demands. Investigators linked 16 violent incidents associated with For Brothers, including arson and multiple shootings that involved 324 rounds discharged. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations.FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Peel Regional Police in an investigation that helped dismantle an international criminal network allegedly responsible for a series of targeted attacks against the South Asian community in the Peel Region. Several businesses, including restaurants and trucking companies, were allegedly repeatedly targeted after refusing to comply with extortion demands. Investigators linked 16 violent incidents associated with For Brothers, including arson and multiple shootings that involved 324 rounds discharged. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations. Read More