Suspect in extortion investigation arrested in Toronto, another man remains outstanding: C25-162669

Released: May 21, 2026 at 7:43 a.m.

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Update:

On May 1, 2026, with the assistance of the Toronto Police Service, 41-year-old, Jermaine WEEKES, was arrested in Toronto, Ontario. WEEKES was wanted in relation to a Winnipeg extortion investigation.

He was subsequently turned over to the Winnipeg Police Service and charged with Extortion x 2 on the strength of a warrant.

He was detained in custody.

This investigation is continuing by the Major Crimes Unit.

29-year-old Farhan NABIL (29), remains outstanding and wanted for:

  • Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence x 2 – Arson
  • Conspiracy to Commit an Indictable Offence x 2 – Extortion

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Major Crimes investigators at
204-986-6219 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org

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