Two Charged in Random Shooting Death of Indian Student Birinder Singh
Key Takeaways
- Birinder Singh, 22-year-old Indian student, died after shooting on Highway 2 near Leduc.
- Two suspects charged with second-degree murder in his death.
- Suspects: an 18-year-old Lloydminster man and Deon Libsekal, 23.
Second Charge Filed
Alberta RCMP charged 23-year-old Deon Libsekal with second-degree murder, making him the second person charged in the fatal shooting.
“RCMP provide insight into highway shooting near Edmonton More details have been released about the circumstances that led to an 18-year-old Lloydminster man being charged with second-degree murder, after a fatal shooting on a highway south of Edmonton last week”
Jimmy Gassner of Lloydminster was previously charged with second-degree murder in the same case.
Investigators believe the attack was random and neither suspect knew Singh or his passengers.
Hate Crime Not Confirmed
The World Sikh Organization called for a hate crime investigation amid rising anti-Sikh sentiment.
RCMP said they have seen no evidence to suggest racial bias.
Brown acknowledged they have some understanding of the motives but did not provide specifics.
Public Reaction and Political Response
The shooting triggered outcry from Sikh and immigrant communities across Canada.
“Second man charged in fatal QEII highway shooting Posted Apr 1, 2026 2:04 pm”
Singh's friends thought the attack might have been hate-motivated.
The investigation relied heavily on public tips and dash camera footage.
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