Community Safety Alert: Firearms Charge Laid After Surrey Business Shooting Investigation
Overview of the Incident
The BC Provincial Extortion Task Force has laid a firearms-related charge following an investigation into a shooting at a business in Surrey, British Columbia, that occurred in the summer of 2025. The incident involved gunfire directed at the exterior of a commercial property in the 8100-block of 128 Street. No one was hurt, and neighbouring properties were not damaged, but the event raised serious public safety concerns in the area.
On Monday, July 21, 2025, the Surrey Police Service (SPS) responded to a report of damage discovered in the morning that was later confirmed to be caused by a shooting that took place overnight. The investigation, initially handled by SPS, was later transferred to the specialized provincial task force. Following an extensive cross-province investigation, a 22-year-old suspect was located in Calgary, Alberta, arrested on March 27, 2026, and is now facing a charge connected to the Surrey shooting.
Official Details from Investigators
The investigation began under the Surrey Police Service Frontline Investigative Support Team (FLIS) and was subsequently turned over to the BC Provincial Extortion Task Force, which continued to develop leads and track the suspect across provincial lines.
Key details confirmed by police include:
- File number: (SP) 2025-60665.
- Date of incident: Overnight before July 21, 2025.
- Location: Exterior of a business in the 8100-block of 128 Street, Surrey, BC.
- Nature of incident: Damage to the exterior of the business; confirmed to be the result of a shooting.
- Injuries: No injuries reported.
- Surrounding properties: No damage reported to neighbouring buildings.
Following the transfer of the file to the provincial task force:
- Investigators identified a suspect believed to be linked to the shooting.
- The suspect was later located in Calgary, Alberta, demonstrating cross-jurisdictional coordination between police agencies.
Suspect and Charge Information
According to the official release, the following charge and status details have been confirmed:
- Suspect: 22-year-old Jaskarn Singh.
- Date of arrest: March 27, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta.
- Charge laid: One count of reckless discharge of a firearm in relation to the July 21, 2025 shooting incident.
- Prosecution: Charge approved by the BC Prosecution Service.
- Court status: The accused appeared before an Alberta court and was remanded in custody to allow for transfer back to British Columbia.
- Current status: The accused remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing.
- Next court appearance: Scheduled for March 31, 2026.
Police emphasize that this arrest was made possible through cooperation between multiple agencies, including partners in the Lower Mainland and in Alberta, such as the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) and the Calgary Police Service. Their joint efforts allowed evidence to be followed across provincial boundaries and contributed directly to the laying of this charge.
CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective
From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, firearm-related incidents targeting businesses, even when no injuries occur, are serious community safety events. They can cause fear among workers, customers, and nearby residents, and can signal broader patterns of intimidation or criminal activity. While this case is now before the courts, it underscores the importance of rapid reporting of unusual noises at night, unexplained property damage, or suspicious activity around commercial areas.
Residents and business owners in Surrey and across British Columbia can help strengthen safety by maintaining good lighting around properties, using surveillance systems where possible, and promptly reporting any suspected gunfire or property damage to local police. Reviewing regional crime patterns, such as those in smaller communities like Charley Boy’s Meadow 3 crime and safety statistics, can also help citizens understand how firearm and property crime trends vary across the province. If you are ever directly affected by a serious crime or face potential charges, seeking a free legal consultation can be an important step in understanding your rights and responsibilities.
CrimeCanada.ca remains committed to sharing verified, timely updates on cases like this to help communities stay informed and to support safer neighbourhoods throughout British Columbia.
Official Source & Community Safety
This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the british-columbia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.
Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.