(PEEL REGION, ONTARIO, CANADA) Eight Indian-origin men in their 20s were arrested after a months-long probe into a large-scale mail theft ring that police say siphoned more than $400,000 from residents across Peel and Halton. The joint investigation, called “Operation Undeliverable,” involved Peel Regional Police, Halton Police, and Canada Post, and led to 344 criminal charges. Authorities say those among the accused who are not Canadian citizens could face deportation if convicted, with removal considered alongside the court process.
The men—Sumanpreet Singh (28), Gurdeep Chattha (29), Jashandeep Jattana (23), Harman Singh (28), Jasanpreet Singh (21), Manroop Singh (23), Rajbir Singh (26), and Upinderjit Singh (28)—were taken into custody following search warrants executed on September 8–9, 2025 at several Mississauga homes on Rhinebank Street, Brandon Gate Drive, Dwiggin Avenue, and Kittridge Drive.
Police say they recovered 465 pieces of stolen mail, including:
– 255 cheques
– 182 credit cards
– 35 government IDs
– 20 gift cards
Investigators allege the group systematically targeted community and residential mailboxes in Peel and Halton. Officers involved in Operation Undeliverable say the thefts were not random but a coordinated effort, distinct from opportunistic mailbox break-ins. The alleged losses, the variety of stolen items, and the number of addresses hit across two regions underscore the scale of the scheme.
Investigation timeline and search warrants
Police launched the investigation in April 2025. By early September, teams from Peel, Halton, and Canada Post executed multiple search warrants. Officers seized stolen mail and what they described as break-in tools.
As evidence was catalogued, the eight suspects were charged with numerous offences, including:
– theft from mail
– possession of stolen credit cards
– possession of property obtained by crime
– mischief under $5,000
– possession of break-in instruments
– breach of probation
– assault with a weapon
– possession of controlled substances
Each accused faces a different number of counts:
1. Sumanpreet Singh — 84 charges
2. Gurdeep Chattha — 46 charges
3. Jashandeep Jattana — 129 charges
4. Others — between 4 and 30 charges apiece
All eight were held for bail hearings and appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton. The investigation remains active, and officers indicate further charges or additional suspects may follow as more evidence is processed.
The scope of stolen items — cheques, credit cards, government IDs, gift cards — illustrates how mail theft can quickly lead to fraud and identity theft.
Risks to victims and prevention tips
What police found in the seized mail demonstrates the types of harm residents face:
– Cheques and credit cards are immediate targets for financial fraud.
– Government IDs can enable new accounts, loans, or identity fraud.
– Gift cards have direct monetary value and can be used quickly.
Authorities note that mail theft often spikes during busy mailing periods, but this case stands out for its organized nature and the multiagency teamwork that uncovered it.
Recommended steps to protect your household:
– Collect mail daily.
– Consider a secure mailbox.
– Track and confirm expected deliveries.
– Report missing mail promptly to local police and Canada Post.
Quick reporting helps police connect incidents and build evidence, as Operation Undeliverable demonstrates.
Immigration consequences under review
Beyond criminal charges, the case carries serious immigration implications. Peel Regional Police say they are working with the Peel Crown Attorney’s Office and the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) to consider removal for any accused who are foreign nationals.
Key points:
– Officials have not confirmed the immigration status of each person charged; some may be citizens or permanent residents.
– Those without Canadian citizenship could be deported if convicted and after any sentence is served, subject to CBSA processes and judicial review.
– Police emphasized that immigration steps will move in line with the court timeline; removal, if pursued, is handled by CBSA under federal law.
For official information on removals, readers can consult the Canada Border Services Agency resource:
https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/security-securite/rem-ren-eng.html
Community considerations:
– Families should consider legal counsel early when immigration status is uncertain.
– Employers should wait for the court process to play out and cooperate with lawful investigator requests.
Analysis by VisaVerge.com notes that local crime probes can trigger a parallel track in the immigration system when non-citizens are involved, and that coordination between police services and CBSA has become more common in complex fraud and identity-related files.
How the multiagency partnership worked
Authorities say the public’s role remains key. Many large theft files begin with small tips — reports of pried-open mailboxes, found mail dumped in bushes, or unusual activity around community mail panels.
In this case, police credit months of methodical work and close cooperation with Canada Post for the results. Highlights of the partnership:
– Canada Post provided delivery route data and tampering reports to pinpoint patterns.
– Local police investigated scenes, executed warrants, and processed evidence.
– Coordination across agencies was central from start to finish.
Residents are urged to review financial accounts if they suspect stolen mail:
– Look for unauthorized transactions or missing checks.
– Watch for new accounts opened in your name.
– Document and retain copies of all issues and correspondence; provide them to investigators.
Victim supports and follow-up:
– Victim services can assist with identity recovery steps, replacement of government IDs, and contacting financial institutions.
– Those notified that their mail was recovered should respond quickly and keep copies of all correspondence.
Case status and next steps
Police announced the arrests and charges on October 10, 2025, noting more suspects could be identified as digital and physical evidence is examined.
Next procedural steps include:
– Disclosure of evidence to defence counsel
– Further court dates
– Potential additional charges as evidence is processed
As with any case, the charges have not been proven in court. All accused are presumed innocent unless and until found guilty.
Officials say they will issue updates if new charges are laid, more stolen mail is recovered, or removal proceedings advance for any foreign nationals tied to the file.
Operation Undeliverable — begun in April 2025 — illustrates how patient, cross-agency teamwork can unravel complex schemes. For residents, the message remains simple: treat your mailbox like your front door — keep it secure, check it often, and report anything suspicious.
This Article in a Nutshell
Operation Undeliverable, a joint investigation by Peel Regional Police, Halton Police and Canada Post, led to the arrest of eight Indian-origin men in their 20s suspected of running an organized mail theft ring that siphoned more than $400,000 from residents across Peel and Halton. Launched in April 2025, the probe resulted in search warrants executed Sept. 8–9, 2025 in Mississauga and the recovery of 465 pieces of stolen mail—255 cheques, 182 credit cards, 35 government IDs and 20 gift cards. Authorities laid 344 criminal charges ranging from theft from mail to possession of break-in instruments; individual counts per suspect vary. Police are coordinating with the Peel Crown Attorney’s Office and the CBSA to assess possible deportation for accused non-citizens, with immigration steps to proceed in line with court timelines. The investigation remains active and more charges or suspects may emerge as evidence is processed. Residents are urged to secure mail, check accounts, and report missing mail promptly.
