Saurabh Sandhu, a CBC video journalist based in Surrey, sheds light on the alarming rise of violent extortion targeting the South Asian community. John Brewer, an RCMP Assistant Commissioner, discusses the police response and the complexities of the investigations. Criminologist Wade Deisman analyzes the motivations behind these crimes, linking them to broader social dynamics and political tensions between Canada and India. Together, they explore community fears, the reluctance of victims to speak out, and the urgent need for trust-building measures between the police and residents.
