Video: Indian-origin man in Canada tries to drive over police cars in stolen SUV

Ramanpreet Singh, a 25-year-old Indian-origin man from Brampton, has been arrested and charged with multiple offences after attempting to flee police in a stolen vehicle and striking several police cruisers in Ontario, Canada. He tried to drive the stolen SUV over police cars.

The incident occurred on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, at a Tim Hortons drive-thru in Mississauga.

Police had received a call about a suspicious Ford Bronco SUV in the area of Westwood Mall, near Goreway Drive and Etude Drive. The vehicle was reported to be associated with stolen property and weapons.

When police located the stolen SUV at the Tim Hortons drive-thru and surrounded it, Singh drove over two police cruisers.

A viral video shows an officer with a gun pointed at the car's window, trying to force Singh to surrender, but he did not comply.

Despite their efforts, Singh attempted to flee, causing damage to multiple police cruisers.

The 25-year-old suspect sustained minor injuries during the incident.

Singh faces several charges, including three counts of possession of property obtained by crime, and one count each of flight from a peace officer, dangerous operation, and obstructing a peace officer.

He was held for a bail hearing and appeared in the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.