There are moments in the history of organized crime that serve as a harbinger of chaos—a single act of bloodshed that sends shockwaves through the underworld. In May 2016, two men boarded a plane from Canada to Dubai with murder on their minds.
Harpreet Singh Majhu and Orosman Jr. Garcia-Arevalo, both associates of the newly emerging Brothers Keepers gang, arrived in the glittering metropolis under the cover of anonymity.
Their target was Cetin Koç, a Turkish drug kingpin with deep connections to the global narcotics trade. The ambush was clinical—nine bullets, two silenced pistols, and a body slumped over in a luxury vehicle.
By the time the Dubai police identified them as suspects, the killers were already on a flight back to Canada. But their triumph was short-lived. Within weeks, both were dead—one found in a blueberry field in Abbotsford, the other torched inside a burned-out car in Agassiz.
The message was clear: someone was tying up loose ends.
What followed was an unstoppable wave of violence—a series of assassinations, betrayals, and alliances that would make the Brothers Keepers one of BC's most dangerous and rapidly expanding criminal organizations.
Key Takeaways
The Brothers Keepers were founded in 2017 by Gavinder Singh Grewal, a former Red Scorpions member.
The gang has expanded across Canada, forming alliances with the Hells Angels and the Driftwood Crips, while clashing with the United Nations Gang, the Kang Crime Group, and the Red Scorpions.
Gavinder Grewal was assassinated in December 2017, a pivotal moment that intensified gang violence.
The Brothers Keepers use branded drug products and competitive pricing to dominate drug markets.
Law enforcement has targeted key members, including Amandeep "Aman" Singh Kang, sentenced to 11 years in prison in April 2024.
Despite numerous arrests, the Brothers Keepers remain active, with ties to transnational drug networks and continued expansion efforts.
Origins and Growth of the Brothers Keepers
The Brothers Keepers were founded in 2017 by Gavinder "Gavin" Singh Grewal, a former Red Scorpions member. The gang’s name reportedly comes from a line in the 1991 film New Jack City, referencing loyalty among criminals.
Initially, the gang focused on the dial-a-dope drug trade, a method of street-level trafficking using mobile communications.
However, internal conflicts soon fractured the group. In October 2017, former Brothers Keepers member Randeep "Randy" Kang was murdered, allegedly by members of his former crew.
This assassination sparked the formation of the Kang Crime Group, one of the Brothers Keepers’ primary rivals.
Violent Conflicts & Gang Rivalries
The Brothers Keepers are embroiled in multiple gang wars, particularly with the United Nations Gang and the Kang Crime Group. These conflicts have resulted in several high-profile killings:
December 2017 – Gavinder Grewal was executed in his North Vancouver penthouse. His death was believed to be retribution for internal disputes and rivalries.
2018-2021 – A series of targeted assassinations between the Brothers Keepers and the Kang Crime Group, including the murders of Mandeep Grewal, Harpreet Singh Dhaliwal, and Meninder Dhaliwal.
November 2023 – Harpreet "Harp" Uppal, a high-ranking Brothers Keepers figure, was shot dead in Edmonton, alongside his 11-year-old son, in a gang-related execution. This was allegedly retaliation for the murder of United Nations gangster Parmvir "Parm" Chahil the day before in Toronto.
Criminal Activities & Expansion
Authorities consider the Brothers Keepers one of the most organized and dangerous gangs in Western Canada. Their operations extend beyond British Columbia, with networks in Alberta, Ontario, and international connections.
Their primary criminal activities include:
Drug trafficking (fentanyl, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine)
Contract killings
Money laundering
Illicit cigarette trade
Extortion and loan sharking
Arms trafficking
Unlike older Vancouver gangs, the Brothers Keepers have adopted business-like strategies, including:
Branded drug products to differentiate their supply
Competitive pricing for street dealers to undercut rivals
Rapid expansion into new territories
Law Enforcement Crackdowns
The Brothers Keepers have been the target of multiple law enforcement operations, with authorities stating that tactical crackdowns have slowed their activities.
In April 2024, high-ranking member Amandeep "Aman" Singh Kang was sentenced to 11 years in prison for controlling a drug empire that trafficked substantial amounts of cocaine, MDMA, heroin, fentanyl and methamphetamine across British Columbia and Canada.
Other notable busts include:
January 2024 – Brothers Keepers-affiliated rapper T-Sav (Tyrel Nguyen) was sentenced to life imprisonment for the murders of Randeep "Randy" Kang and university student Jagvir Singh Malhi.
September 2024 – Barinder "Shrek" Dhaliwal, a key figure in the gang, survived an assassination attempt in Langley. His attackers were linked to Edmonton gang conflicts.
Tyrel Nguyen in his jail clothes in an image posted to the Instagram account of another imprisoned Brothers Keeper associate, Naseem Mohammed. Nguyen has been found guilty of killing Randy Kang and Jagvir Malhi. Photo by Instagram (Vancouver Sun)
Despite these arrests, the Brothers Keepers remain a dominant force, with strong ties to the Hells Angels' Hardside Chapter.
What’s Next for the Brothers Keepers?
The future of the Brothers Keepers remains uncertain. While law enforcement crackdowns have led to major arrests, history shows that gangs often adapt, with new leadership stepping in to replace fallen members.
With expanding operations in Alberta, Ontario, and potential international links, the Brothers Keepers may shift toward a more sophisticated model, focusing on drug distribution networks rather than direct street-level violence.
Final Thoughts On Brothers Keepers BC Gang
The Brothers Keepers BC Gang represent a new era of organized crime in Vancouver, blending extreme violence with modern business tactics.
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