Peel Regional Police have stepped up security for Brampton Mayor Patrick Brown after receiving information about a credible threat to his safety.
A police cruiser has reportedly been stationed near the mayor’s home as part of the enhanced protective measures. Peel Police confirmed the action was taken “out of an abundance of caution” as they investigate the nature and source of the threat.
While police have not disclosed specific details, they emphasized that the security operation falls within their existing budget and is standard protocol when public officials face potential risks.
Mayor Brown has recently been vocal about an alleged India-based organized crime group, the Lawrence Bishnoi network, which he claims is operating within the Peel Region and has even boasted about targeting Brampton residents. Brown has urged the federal government to designate the group as a terrorist organization.
In a separate but equally controversial matter, Mayor Brown has also drawn attention for his support of Brampton’s Tamil community and the recent unveiling of the Tamil Genocide Monument at Chinguacousy Park. The monument has sparked backlash from Sri Lanka’s Sinhalese community and has been vandalized multiple times since May.
Despite the controversies, a statement from the City of Brampton clarified that the current threat against the mayor appears to be linked to organized crime, not the monument or related political tensions.
“Mayor Brown is aware of the security threat to himself and his family,” the statement reads. “He has full confidence in Peel Regional Police and will not be deterred from speaking out against organized crime in Canada.”
The investigation is ongoing. Police are urging the public to report any suspicious activity.