Brampton man charged with first-degree murder after shooting at plaza

Posted May 2, 2025 10:04 am.
Peel Regional Police have arrested a 30-year-old man in connection with a fatal shooting in Brampton last month.
Police said they received a 9-1-1 call for a shooting in the area of Bramalea and Dewside roads just after 1 p.m. on April 1.
When emergency crews arrived, they found a man with a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead shortly after.
Investigators at the time said the shooting happened in a “fairly busy” plaza while the victim was inside a vehicle and witnesses said they heard multiple shots.
Following an investigation, a search warrant was executed at a Brampton home near Airport Road and Humberwest Parkway. Balreet Sigh Gill was arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
Officers said he was held for a bail hearing and attended the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.
Anyone with additional information including dashcam, video surveillance or digital video footage is asked to contact Peel police.