Peel Regional Police – Arrest Made in a Kidnapping Investigation
The Voice of Canada News:
Region of Peel – Investigators from 21 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau have arrested and charged an individual following a kidnapping investigation in Brampton.
On Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2025, the victim was confronted by a male suspect posing as law enforcement official in the area of Bovaird Drive and Airport Road in Brampton. The suspect inquired about the victim’s immigration status demanded appropriate documentation and threatened arrest. The victim was then escorted to her residence to gather her documentation, where the suspect told her family that she would need to go to the police station and money would be required for her release. When the suspect left the home with the victim, the family contacted police. A short time later, police located both the suspect and the victim who was found safe and in good health.
As a result of this investigation, Manjinder Kalra, a 32-year-old man from Brampton was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Kidnapping
- Personating a Peace Officer
- Fraud x4
- Theft
Kalra was held in custody for bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.
It’s important to note that police officers are required to identify themselves when requested by a member of the public. This includes the officer’s name, badge number and the name of the police service, as well as a telephone number for future contact.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact investigators in the 21 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at (905)453-2121 ext. 2133. Information may also be left anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or by visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca
