Peel Region-Peel police investigating officers are seeking additional victims following an extortion investigation in Brampton linked to an online dating setup.In July, a person was contacted on a messaging platform by an individual using the name Manisha Sharma. After agreeing to meet in person in August, the victim attended a residential basement apartment near Torbram Road and Peter Robertson Boulevard in Brampton.
Shortly after, a male suspect entered the room, and the victim was allegedly threatened and extorted for $6,000 through e-transfer. Following an investigation, Harwinder Singh, a 35-year-old man from Brampton, and Riya Riya, a 23-year-old woman from Brampton, were arrested and charged. Investigators believe there may be additional victims and are urging anyone who experienced a similar incident under the pretext of a casual date to come forward and contact peel police