Canada’s Bolo Program Nabs Top 25 Fugitive Nicholas Singh in Toronto Firearm Bust

Canadian authorities have captured a major fugitive. Nicholas Singh, a man featured on Canada’s 25 Most Wanted list, is now in custody. The arrest occurred in Toronto on Friday night.

Toronto Police made the arrest after spotting Singh in a vehicle. Officers reportedly found a firearm and ammunition at the scene.

From Most Wanted to Apprehended in Major Police Operation

According to Toronto Police, the arrest happened around 11:20 PM. Singh was wanted on a Canada-wide warrant for Breach of Parole. The Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) squad was leading the search.

The Bolo Program had listed him as one of Canada’s most dangerous fugitives. He was serving a sentence for robbery and firearm charges. Singh fled custody on May 31, 2024.

Other Indian-Origin Fugitives Remain on Canada’s Most Wanted List

The Bolo Program’s list still features other individuals of Indian origin. Gurkirat Singh, 26, is wanted by Delta Police for alleged sexual assault of a child. Authorities believe he may have altered his appearance to evade capture.

Another fugitive, Dharam Singh Dhaliwal, is wanted for a 2022 murder. The victim, Pawanpreet Kaur, was shot at her Brampton workplace. Police warn that Dhaliwal should be considered armed and dangerous.

The program’s goal is to use public communication to help capture high-risk fugitives. This recent arrest marks a significant success for the initiative.

The capture of Nicholas Singh demonstrates the effectiveness of public-police collaboration programs like Bolo. This arrest of a top-tier fugitive significantly enhances public safety across Canadian communities.

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What is the Bolo Program?

The Bolo Program’s core goal is to support police by publicizing Canada’s most wanted fugitives. It uses communication technologies to alert the public. This helps citizens be on the lookout for dangerous individuals.

What charges did Nicholas Singh face?

Singh was serving a sentence for robbery and firearm-related charges when he fled. After his recent arrest, he faces six new firearm-related charges. He was originally sentenced to over five years in prison.

Who else is on the Bolo Program’s Most Wanted list?

The list includes Gurkirat Singh, wanted for alleged sexual assault of a minor. Dharam Singh Dhaliwal is also wanted in connection with a 2022 murder. Both individuals are considered high-risk by authorities.

What happened in the Pawanpreet Kaur case?

Pawanpreet Kaur was shot multiple times at her Brampton gas station workplace in December 2022. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Police allege Dharam Dhaliwal intentionally went missing as part of a plan related to her murder.

Has Goldy Brar been captured?

Satinderjeet Singh, known as Goldy Brar, does not appear on the current Bolo list. He remains at large and is wanted in connection with the murder of Sidhu Moose Wala. His status is still actively pursued by authorities.