Police Action Against Extortion and Violent Crime in Canada and India

May 15, 2026, 19:53
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Introduction

Police in Calgary, Canada, and Faridabad, India, have arrested several people following different cases of extortion and targeted violence.

Main Body

In Calgary, the Calgary Police Service (CPS) has started legal action against five people regarding a complex extortion plan targeting the South Asian community. The situation began on May 6, when a victim was kidnapped from Edmonton, attacked, and threatened with a gun before being taken to Calgary. The criminals then tried to use the victim to trick another person into leaving their home in the Cityscape area. Consequently, police intervened and seized a homemade firearm. Supt. Jeff Ball emphasized that this event shows a serious increase in violence, noting that 45 extortion cases have been reported since April 2025, with 19 involving gunfire. Meanwhile, law enforcement in Faridabad, India, carried out two separate operations. First, police arrested five men from Rajasthan for a cyber-extortion scam. These individuals used dating apps and voice-changing technology to steal money from about 400 victims. Additionally, authorities arrested five people for the murder of 27-year-old Viresh Kumar. This crime happened after a disagreement over loan payments, during which the victim was attacked with metal rods and an icepick. While four people are now in custody, the main lender is still missing.

Conclusion

Police agencies in both countries are continuing to search for the remaining suspects and are investigating possible links to organized crime networks.

Learning

πŸš€ The 'B2 Upgrade': From Simple to Sophisticated

At the A2 level, you usually describe things in a straight line: "Police arrested people. They stole money. The police are looking for more people."

To reach B2, you need to glue your ideas together using Logical Connectors. These words act as bridges, making your English sound professional and fluid rather than like a list of facts.

πŸŒ‰ The Bridge Words from the Text

Look at how the article connects ideas instead of just using "and" or "but":

  1. "Consequently" β†’\rightarrow (Used instead of 'so')

    • Example: "Police intervened and seized a firearm. Consequently, the crime was stopped."
    • B2 Logic: Use this when the second action is a direct result of the first.

  2. "Additionally" β†’\rightarrow (Used instead of 'also')

    • Example: "Police arrested scammers. Additionally, they arrested five people for murder."
    • B2 Logic: Use this to add a new, important point to your argument.

  3. "Meanwhile" β†’\rightarrow (Used instead of 'at the same time')

    • Example: "CPS worked in Canada. Meanwhile, law enforcement in India carried out operations."
    • B2 Logic: Use this to jump between two different locations or situations happening at once.

πŸ› οΈ Level-Up Practice

A2 Style (Basic): I studied hard. I passed the exam. I also got a scholarship.

B2 Style (Advanced): I studied hard; consequently, I passed the exam. Additionally, I was awarded a scholarship.

Your Goal: Stop using 'and', 'so', and 'also' for everything. Start replacing them with these 'Bridge Words' to move toward B2 fluency.

Vocabulary Learning

arrest (v.)
To take someone into custody for a crime.
Example:The police arrested the suspect after gathering evidence.
extortion (n.)
The act of demanding money or favors through threats.
Example:The company faced a lawsuit over alleged extortion.
targeted (adj.)
Directed towards a specific person or group.
Example:The charity organized a targeted campaign for veterans.
kidnapping (n.)
The act of taking someone against their will.
Example:The child was rescued after a week of kidnapping.
threatened (v.)
To warn of harm if conditions are not met.
Example:He threatened to reveal secrets if the deal fell through.
firearm (n.)
A weapon that shoots bullets.
Example:The suspect was found with an illegal firearm.
intervened (v.)
To stop something from happening by acting.
Example:The manager intervened when the argument escalated.
seized (v.)
To take possession of something by authority.
Example:The customs officials seized the contraband.
law enforcement (n.)
Police and other agencies that enforce laws.
Example:Law enforcement agencies responded quickly to the incident.
cyber-extortion (n.)
Extortion that takes place over the internet.
Example:The hackers engaged in cyber-extortion by threatening to release data.
scam (n.)
A fraudulent scheme designed to trick people.
Example:The lottery scam fooled many people.
theft (n.)
The act of stealing someone else's property.
Example:The museum suffered a theft of valuable paintings.
murder (n.)
The unlawful killing of a person.
Example:The suspect was charged with murder.
disagreement (n.)
A difference of opinion or conflict between people.
Example:Their disagreement over the contract led to a lawsuit.
loan (n.)
A sum of money borrowed that must be paid back.
Example:He took out a loan to start his business.
custody (n.)
The state of being held by law enforcement.
Example:The defendant was in custody after the arrest.
lender (n.)
A person or institution that lends money.
Example:The lender offered favorable terms for the new loan.
organized crime (n.)
Criminal activities carried out by structured groups.
Example:The investigation uncovered links to organized crime.