Local authorities in Thunder Bay report that A Thunder Bay Police Service review has led to charges.On June 23, 2026, officers with the Primary Response Unit began an probe following a call for service regarding a stolen vehicle.Further probe led to a stolen vehicle being located later that same day, and a suspect being identified.Officers with the area Oriented Response…
News from Thunder Bay: The Thunder Bay Police Service is advising the public about theft and robbery tactics seen in the municipality, along with some prevention tips.Distraction theftis a type of theft where the victim’s attention is diverted in order to steal valuables like a wallet or phone.Criminals will operate as individuals or in pairs, with one person distracting the…
A developing story from Thunder Bay: $80,000Median Household Income$96,100Average Household Income11.0%Low Income Prevalence (LIM-AT) This development has drawn attention from residents and community leaders across Thunder Bay, who continue to follow the situation closely.. $80,000Median Household Income$96,100Average Household Income11.0%Low Income Prevalence (LIM-AT) This development has drawn attention from residents and community leaders across Thunder Bay, who continue to follow the…
Thunder Bay residents are learning that seems to be undergoing a shift. Many residents are expressing serious worries about their safety due to rising incidents of violent crime. Property crime is prompting people to invest in alarms, cameras, locks, and chains to safeguard their belongings. These concerns are unfortunately supported. Property crime is prompting people to invest in alarms, cameras,…
Thunder Bay, ON — Environment Canada issued severe thunderstorm and tornado watches for the city and much of northwestern Ontario on June 29. Dorion, Ear Falls, Kakabeka Falls, Red Lake, Savant Lake, Sioux Lookout, Thunder Bay and Upsala were among areas under severe thunderstorm watches. These watches indicate the potential for storms capable of producing wind gusts of 90 to…
Thunder Bay residents are learning that A Lakehead Police Service probe has led to the seizure of a revolver-style handgun, more than 1.5 kilograms of suspected fentanyl and more than $5,000 in cash. Police service say officers with the Primary Response Unit were called to a business on Memorial Avenue on June 23, 2026, after receiving a call for service…
THUNDER BAY — The Thunder Bay Police Service is extending a pilot program aimed at addressing downtown safety concerns. Campaign Support, kicked off April 20, consists of an officer paired with a social navigator who conduct foot patrols in the municipality north and south cores. The goal is to connect people to social services rather than lay criminal charges against…
THUNDER BAY — The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre can now perform simple retinal detachment repair surgeries for residents of northwestern Ontario. These surgeries allow patients to receive more timely care in Thunder Bay, Ont., and closer to their communities, preventing urgent trips to southern Ontario or out of province for treatment. These surgeries allow patients to receive more…
A developing story from Thunder Bay: the Lakehead Police Investigating Canada Day Assault THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating a Canada Day assault that may have been racially motivated. Police service say they are aware of social media posts and comments about the incident. Assault reported near Villa and Cumberland Officers with the Primary Response Unit were…
Thunder Bay, Ontario — A Thunder Bay Police Service Major Crime Unit review has led to a manslaughter charge after law enforcement located a deceased person later identified as 36-year-old Kelsey Anderson. The case is now before the courts and remains an active criminal matter.. The case is now before the courts and remains an active criminal matter.. Community members…