RCMP Arrest 5 Foreign Nationals for Alleged Extortion, Fire Bombings in BC

On Oct. 1, the B.C. Prosecution Service laid 29 charges against the accused.

RCMP Arrest 5 Foreign Nationals for Alleged Extortion, Fire Bombings in BC

TL;DR

  • Five foreign nationals have been arrested by the RCMP.
  • They face charges related to alleged extortion and violent attacks on a business.
  • The attacks included fire bombings and shootings targeting auto dealerships in Surrey and Langley, BC.
  • The investigation involved international cooperation.
  • Charges also include trafficking prohibited firearms and controlled substances.