Imagine living in a society where the very people who should be held accountable disappear, leaving victims and communities in fear. That’s the reality when dangerous fugitives are on the loose. But today, we have a story of justice served: one of Canada’s most wanted criminals has been apprehended in Toronto, bringing a sigh of relief to many.
As of November 22, 2025, at 6:37 PM EST, authorities confirmed the arrest. But let’s rewind a bit. For quite some time, specifically since May 31, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police’s Repeat Offender Parole Enforcement (ROPE) squad had been relentlessly pursuing 23-year-old Nicholas Singh, who was officially classified as “unlawfully at large.” And this is the part most people miss: it wasn’t just a minor infraction that landed him on the run. Singh was serving a hefty five-year, five-month, and ten-day sentence. What for, you ask? Serious offenses involving robbery and firearm-related charges.
Singh’s case gained even more prominence when he landed the number 15 spot on the Bolo (Be on the Lookout) Program’s Top 25 list of Canada’s most wanted suspects. This list, updated and revealed in October, highlights individuals deemed a high priority for apprehension, and Singh’s inclusion underscores the severity of his crimes and the potential danger he posed to the public. You can even see who else is on that list by clicking here: (https://www.ctvnews.ca/toronto/local/article/toronto-murder-suspect-tops-list-of-25-most-wanted-fugitives-in-canada/).
So, how did the arrest unfold? On a Friday night, Toronto police responded to a call in the Bathurst and Dundas streets area. Upon arrival, they located a suspect vehicle, which ultimately led to Singh’s apprehension. The good news? He was taken into custody without any reported incident or struggle. But here’s where it gets controversial… The arrest didn’t just bring in Singh; it also yielded a significant cache of weapons. Police seized a firearm, along with an extended magazine and ammunition. This discovery has some people questioning how readily available these weapons are and what more can be done to prevent them from falling into the wrong hands.
As a result of the arrest and the recovered weapons, Singh now faces a string of six new firearm-related offences. These charges include possession of a restricted or prohibited firearm, possession of a loaded regulated firearm, and occupying a motor vehicle with a firearm. These are serious charges that could significantly extend his time behind bars. What do you think? Does this arrest and these charges send a strong enough message to deter others from similar crimes? Or should there be even stricter penalties for firearm-related offences? Share your thoughts in the comments below. Do you believe the justice system is adequately addressing these types of crimes? Let’s discuss!