Police seize suspected cocaine and fentanyl, arrest 8
A drug trafficking investigation has resulted in the arrest of eight people and the seizure of suspected illicit substances.
The Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit, with assistance from the Ontario Provincial Police Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, executed search warrants at two residences and a vehicle on Tuesday, May 27.…
Man charged with sexual offences
Charges have been laid following a year-long investigation into historical child sexual abuse allegations.
The Thunder Bay Police Service began an investigation after receiving reports of allegations in 2024 that date back about 20 years and involve a child welfare agency worker who was assigned to the victim’s family at the time.
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Police charge driver involved in weekend collisions
One person faces charges after police responded to collisions where an erratically driven vehicle collided with a shed and then a parked car.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the area of Ontario Street and Second Avenue on the afternoon of Saturday, May 24, after receiving a report of a motor vehicle…
Police presence near Syndicate Avenue
The Thunder Bay Police Service currently has a visible presence in an area of the south side of the city.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the area of Syndicate Avenue South and New Vickers Street at about 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 23.
Members of the public are being asked to avoid the area.…
Thunder Bay Police Service introduces new Safe Trade Zone
The Thunder Bay Police Service has launched a new initiative to help provide a safe option for people buying and selling through online marketplaces.
The Safe Trade Zone provides members of the public with designated parking spaces captured by video surveillance to complete person-to-person exchanges that had been arranged.
The Safe…
Emergency services responding to wildfire west of the city
The Thunder Bay Police Service is advising members of the public to avoid an area of Oliver Paipoonge west of the City of Thunder Bay.
Emergency services are currently responding to a large fire in that area. Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources crews are also providing assistance, with aircraft expected to be involved in firefighting…
Message from Chief Darcy Fleury - May 2025
Last week, we celebrated Police Week to recognize and thank the dedicated members of Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS)—those on the front lines and those working tirelessly behind the scenes. In my view, they deserve appreciation every day. Every action in their work is rooted in one goal: keeping our community safe.
I also want to extend…
Elder abuse investigation leads to arrests
A personal support worker faces charges after police conducted an investigation into recurring thefts committed against a vulnerable person.
The Thunder Bay Police Service received a report in March that an elderly individual suspected they were the victim of ongoing thefts from their residence.
The Crimes Against Seniors…
UPDATE: Three teens charged after weekend incident
Police arrested three teens after a weekend weapons incident at the Intercity Shopping Centre.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the Intercity Shopping Centre shortly after 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, after receiving multiple 911 calls that a group of youth were involved in an altercation and that one…
Man charged with assault, uttering threats
Police arrested a suspect who threatened an employee and bystander after being confronted while stealing store merchandise.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to a Balsam Street business shortly after 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 17.
A male suspect had entered the business and attempted to conceal…