BOOZE BANDITS: Five men accused of stealing nearly $240,000 in alcohol from LCBO stores

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Five suspected booze bandits are accused of being involved in “an organized prolific theft ring” that stole nearly $240,000 from numerous LCBO stores over the last six months.

Peel regional Police say the group collectively stole from 50 LCBO locations across various jurisdictions between August 2024 and February 2025.

“On many occasions, multiple suspects would enter the store together and operate in a coordinated manner to distract and keep watch of employees, while others entered through a restricted access point to steal volumes of liquor,” police said in a statement released Wednesday.

To date, police allege about $237,738.95 worth of products were stolen by the theft ring.

“The work of our Criminal Investigation Bureau has been nothing short of exceptional in dismantling this prolific organized crime group,” Deputy Chief Marc Andrews said. “By arresting and charging multiple individuals, we are sending a strong message that those who target our communities will be found and held accountable.”

“We remain committed to pursuing criminals who threaten the safety of our neighborhoods, and ensuring they face justice for their actions,” he added.

As a result of the investigation, five men have been arrested and investigators have released images of two men who are still sought.

Anuj Kumar, 25, of no fixed address, is charged with theft over $5,000.

Simarpeet Singh, 29, of no fixed address, is charged with theft over $5,000.

Sharndeep Singh, 25, of no fixed address, is charged with theft over $5,000 and breach of a release order.

Simranjeet Singh, 24, of no fixed address, is charged with theft over $5,000 and break-and-enter with intent to commit an indictable offence.

Prabhpreet Singh, 29, of Caledon, is charged with theft over $5,000 and conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.

The five accused were held in custody awaiting bail hearings in a Brampton court.

Police are still trying to track down Jagshir Singh, 28, and Punit Sehjra, 25, both of no fixed address, who are wanted for theft over $5,000 and break-and-enter with intent to commit an indictable offence.

The investigation is ongoing and more charges are expected to be laid, police said.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to call police at 905-453-2121, ext. 2133, or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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