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Brampton Resident Charged Over Electronic Death Threats to Mayor Brown

Investigators now consider the mayor’s safety assured after arresting a 29-year-old suspect.

Peel Police say it had been notified of threats made against the Brampton Mayor and his family. Police also say Kanwarjyot Singh Manoria, 29, was arrested and charged with uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.
Kanwarjyot Singh Manoria, 29, of Brampton faces charges.
Patrick Brown at an event.
Mugshot of Kanwarjyot Singh Manoria released by Canadian law enforcement. (Peel Regional Police)

Overview

  • Peel Regional Police arrested Kanwarjyot Singh Manoria, 29, of Brampton and charged him with uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm against Mayor Patrick Brown and his family.
  • Officers executed search warrants and seized electronic devices as part of the inquiry into threats that were communicated electronically.
  • Police say there is no evidence of additional suspects and they no longer believe there is an active danger to the mayor, his family or the wider community.
  • Mayor Brown publicly thanked Peel Regional Police and affirmed that the threats will not deter his commitment to public safety and his duties.
  • The investigation remains ongoing with key information withheld to preserve the integrity of the case and support forthcoming legal proceedings.