Abbotsford man charged in extortion investigation, was carrying 2 loaded handguns in car: RCMP

Jun 24, 2026 | 2:56 PM

LOWER MAINLAND – A 22-year-old Abbotsford man has been charged with two counts of occupying a vehicle with loaded firearms in the latest extortion-related offence in British Columbia.

In a statement from the B.C. RCMP Communication Services division, authorities say the man’s arrest came after a coordinated investigation involving task force partners.

On August 10, 2025, a member of the Metro Vancouver Transit Police (MVTP) initiated a proactive traffic stop while on patrol in Surrey. As a result of the stop, two loaded handguns were located inside the vehicle.

Provincial police say MVTP personnel worked quickly to share information and intelligence with police in the region. As the investigation progressed, coupled with the formation of the B.C. Provincial Extortion Task Force in September 2025, it was determined the task force would assume conduct of this investigation due to a possible connection to extortion-related activities.

On Wednesday, June 17, the BC Prosecution Service approved two counts of occupying vehicle with a firearm present contrary to section 94(1) of the Criminal Code against 22-year-old Daljot Rehal.

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An arrest warrant was issued for Mr. Rehal, who was located in Abbotsford, BC and arrested on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. He remains in custody pending his next court appearance.

“These charges highlight the effectiveness of close collaboration among policing partners,” says Chief Superintendent Duncan Pound, Lower Mainland District Assistant District Commander and Operations Officer. “By maintaining a strong presence in communities and a coordinated, strategic approach to intelligence sharing, we’re able to gather critical information, get guns off the streets and advance investigations.”

Anyone with information about ongoing extortion is encouraged to contact their local police of jurisdiction.

by Mike Vanden Bosch

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