Thunder Bay Officers Seize Over $150,000 in Drugs After Driver Found Asleep at the Wheel

Thunder Bay residents are learning that A Thunder Bay Authorities Service examination has led to drug trafficking charges after officers discovered a driver asleep behind the steering wheel with the vehicle running in the Picton Avenue and .

A Thunder Bay Authorities Service examination has led to drug trafficking charges after officers discovered a driver asleep behind the steering wheel with the vehicle running in the Picton Avenue and Blucher Crescent area on June 5, 2026. Further look into the matter led to a search of the vehicle where officers located and seized over 115 grams of suspected fentanyl, over 587 grams of suspected crack cocaine, cash, and items associated with drug trafficking. The estimated street value of the drugs seized is over $150,000.


A Thunder Bay Authorities Service examination has led to drug trafficking charges after officers discovered a driver asleep behind the steering wheel with the vehicle running in the Picton Avenue and Blucher Crescent area on June 5, 2026. Further look into the matter led to a search of the vehicle where officers located and seized over 115 grams of suspected fentanyl, over 587 grams of suspected crack cocaine, cash, and items associated with drug trafficking.

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📍 Source: Thunder Bay Police Service · By: Staff · 🗓️ June 14, 2026 · 🏠 ThunderBay.Online

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