Mandatory Detention Orders Issued for Four Indians Accused in Hardeep Singh Nijjar Murder

A British Columbia court has ordered mandatory detention for four Indian nationals accused of murdering Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Despite claims of their release circulating online, the accused remain in custody. The case, involving charges of first-degree murder and conspiracy, is proceeding with a direct indictment and pretrial hearings scheduled for February 2025.

A British Columbia court has issued mandatory detention orders for four Indian nationals accused in the killing of Sikh separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Karan Brar, Kamalpreet Singh, Karanpreet Singh, and Amandeep Singh are charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Despite online reports claiming their release, the accused remain in custody at holding facilities, with no bail hearings scheduled.

Nijjar was shot dead on June 18, 2023, in Surrey, British Columbia. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau later claimed there were credible allegations connecting Indian agents to the murder, which India denied. The four men were arrested in connection with the killing, and Amandeep Singh faced additional charges, including firearms possession.

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The case has sparked political tensions between Canada and India. The prosecution is proceeding with a direct indictment, bypassing preliminary inquiries, and the next court appearance is scheduled for February 11, 2025. The case is expected to take time due to its complexity, with pretrial applications to be heard in the new year.