Navjot Singh, a Brampton man, has pleaded guilty to being in possession of a stolen vehicle the day his co-accused violently carjacked a senior woman in Innisfil, Ontario. The incident, which occurred in 2025, involved the theft of a car from an elderly woman, with Singh admitting to holding the stolen property after the crime.
Details of the Guilty Plea
Singh entered his guilty plea in a Barrie courtroom on June 25, 2026. He was charged with possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, a charge related to the stolen vehicle. The court heard that Singh was not directly involved in the carjacking itself but was found with the stolen car shortly after the incident.
The Carjacking Incident
The violent carjacking took place in Innisfil, a town north of Toronto, where the senior victim was targeted. Police reported that the victim was physically assaulted during the theft. The co-accused, whose identity has not been disclosed pending further proceedings, faces more serious charges including robbery and assault.
According to police, the stolen vehicle was recovered later that day, leading to Singh's arrest. The investigation was a joint effort between South Simcoe Police and other regional units.
Impact on the Victim
The senior victim, who has not been named, suffered both physical and emotional trauma from the attack. Community members expressed outrage over the violence directed at an elderly person. The case highlights ongoing concerns about carjacking incidents in the Greater Toronto Area.
Singh's sentencing is scheduled for a later date. He faces up to 10 years in prison for the charge, though a shorter sentence is possible given his guilty plea and lack of direct involvement in the assault.
