The ongoing investigation into the recent Kaps Cafe shootings in Surrey, Canada, has taken a new turn as the Mumbai Crime Branch gears up to question Indian comedian and television personality Kapil Sharma for the second time. The move follows an alleged “open threat” issued by a member of the Lawrence Bishnoi gang and a fresh round of gunfire at Sharma’s Canadian restaurant.
Fresh Security Concerns for Kapil Sharma
According to high-level sources, the Mumbai Crime Branch may speak to Sharma as early as today or tomorrow. While the possibility remains that the conversation could take place over the phone to ensure privacy and security, police are also weighing whether to upgrade the comedian’s security cover in light of the escalating threats.
Notably, Sharma has not filed any official request for additional protection. Nor has he confirmed receiving direct threat calls. However, investigators are exploring the possibility that he may have avoided reporting such incidents due to concerns for personal safety or fear of further escalation.
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Second Shooting at Kaps Cafe in Less Than a Month
The latest attack took place on Thursday, when unidentified shooters fired nearly 25 rounds at Kaps Cafe, shattering the front windows. Thankfully, no injuries were reported among staff or customers.
Soon after the incident, Goldy Dhillon, a fugitive gang member wanted by the Punjab Police and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) for multiple charges, including extortion and murder, claimed responsibility via social media.
Dhillon, believed to be hiding in Germany, is a known associate of the Lawrence Bishnoi syndicate, which has previously been linked to several high-profile crimes both in India and abroad.
The First Attack and the Nihang Sikh Controversy
The Thursday shooting was not an isolated event—it came less than a month after the first attack on July 10, 2025. In that earlier incident, Harjit Singh Laddi, a fugitive tied to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), took credit for firing at the cafe.
Canadian investigative agencies suspect that the July attack may have been fueled by alleged derogatory comments Kapil Sharma was accused of making about Nihang Sikhs, a respected religious sect. While Sharma has not publicly addressed these allegations in detail, the controversy stirred tensions within certain communities.
International Criminal Links Under Scrutiny
The back-to-back shootings have prompted investigators to dig deeper into the possible gang rivalry, extortion rackets, and cross-border arms smuggling connected to the incidents.
Canadian authorities are currently probing:
- Social media communications by gang members claiming responsibility for the attacks
- Potential gang coordination between Bishnoi syndicate members and Khalistani-linked groups.
- Involvement of international illegal arms dealers who may have supplied the firearms used in both shootings.
Surveillance and Evidence Gathering
Authorities in Surrey have stepped up evidence-collection efforts. The following measures are underway:
- CCTV Review – Surveillance footage from the cafe, nearby shops, and surrounding streets is being analyzed frame-by-frame.
- Dashcam Footage – Vehicles passing through the bustling market area at the time of the shootings are being tracked to gather potential visual evidence.
- Digital Forensics – Investigators are monitoring encrypted messaging platforms, social media channels, and gang-linked online communities for any communication about the attacks.
These efforts aim to link the perpetrators directly to the crime scenes and uncover the broader network enabling such violent acts.
Impact on Public Safety in Surrey
The incidents have sent shockwaves through Surrey’s Indian community, particularly in the Newton and Whalley neighborhoods, where many Indian-owned businesses operate.
Local business owners are now calling for:
- Stronger immigration and visa scrutiny for individuals with suspected criminal links.
- Increased patrolling by Canadian police.
- Better community policing programs to address gang extortion.
What Happens Next?
As of now:
- Mumbai Crime Branch will re-question Kapil Sharma to determine if he received unreported threats.
- Canadian police will continue forensic and intelligence work to identify the shooters and their backers.
- Interpol may be contacted to help track fugitives linked to the attacks.
The case’s outcome will likely set an important precedent for how international celebrity-linked extortion and violence cases are handled in the future.
Disclaimer:
This report is based on available public information and ongoing investigations. Details may evolve as new evidence emerges.