An Indo-Canadian man from Delta, BC has been charged with the murder of his sister-in-law in what is believed to be an elaborate scheme where the victim was killed and then the body allegedly set on fire in a vehicle. On October 26 at approximately 11:20 p.m., the Delta Police Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle incident and subsequent vehicle fire in the 7000 block of Highway 17. Tragically, the vehicle’s sole female occupant was pronounced deceased at the scene and has been identified as 30-year-old Mandeep Kaur of Delta. On November 25, 2025, Crown Counsel approved an additional charge of Second-degree murder, contrary to Section 235(1) of the Criminal Code. Khaira’s next court appearance is on December 11.

By PD Raj – Senior Reporter DESIBUZZCanada

DELTA  – An Indo-Canadian man from Delta, BC has been charged with the murder of his sister-in-law in what is believed to be an elaborate scheme where the victim was killed and then the body allegedly set on fire in a vehicle.

On October 26 at approximately 11:20 p.m., the Delta Police Department responded to a report of a motor vehicle incident and subsequent vehicle fire in the 7000 block of Highway 17. 

Tragically, the vehicle’s sole female occupant was pronounced deceased at the scene and has been identified as 30-year-old Mandeep Kaur of Delta.

Police said during the early stages of the investigation, the circumstances surrounding the incident appeared suspicious, prompting an extensive investigation by the Delta Police Major Crime Section.

On November 6, Gurjot Singh Khaira, 24, of Delta, the victim’s brother-in-law, was arrested. The next day, he was charged with indignity to human remains under Section 182(b) of the Criminal Code. He was remanded in custody.

On November 25, 2025, Crown Counsel approved an additional charge of Second-degree murder, contrary to Section 235(1) of the Criminal Code. Khaira’s next court appearance is on December 11.

Police said in consideration of the ongoing investigation and legal proceedings, no further details will be released at this time. The Delta Police Department extends its sincere condolences to the family of Mandeep Kaur during this difficult time.