B.C. government, police, and Crime Stoppers announce measures to combat surge in Surrey extortion threats

B.C. government, police, and Crime Stoppers will announce measures to combat a surge in extortion threats targeting Surrey residents and businesses. Surrey police are investigating 44 extortion cases, 27 involving shootings, with threats primarily aimed at the South Asian community. A $250,000 reward is offered for information leading to convictions. The extortion cases are reportedly linked to the India-based Lawrence Bishnoi gang, prompting calls for its designation as a terrorist entity.