TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Extreme congestion expected along Arthur Street

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Location: Thunder Bay

The Thunder Bay Police Service’s Traffic Unit would like motorists and pedestrians to be aware of potentially significant traffic volumes on the city’s southside Wednesday evening and Thursday morning.

A convoy of vehicles that includes tractor trailer units is expected in the area of Arthur Street, from Highway 130 to the Thunder Bay…

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Robbery suspect identified, located and arrested

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P22020146 & P22020030
Location: Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Uniform Patrol Branch were dispatched to a convenience store in the 200 block of Algoma Street just before 2 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 2 following reports of a robbery in progress.

Police learned two males had entered the Barb’s Laundromat, robbed the business of store merchandise and fled. Police…

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Statement From Chief Hauth

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I welcome the call to have the Ontario Civilian Police Commission (OCPC) conduct a thorough investigation as requested by the Solicitor General.  I agree with the Thunder Bay Police Services Board’s position that there are several issues which need a proper examination by the OCPC.

The leadership team of the TBPS respects the need…

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Human Trafficking investigation leads to arrests, handgun seizure

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P22023016 & P22022316
Location: Thunder Bay

A Brampton man was arrested in Thunder Bay Monday following an ongoing investigation into human trafficking.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Uniform Patrol Branch were dispatched to an area of Gordon and James Streets just before 4 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 24 to check for a vehicle. The vehicle of interest was connected to an…

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Located Missing Person- Michaela SEARLE

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P22022576
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Missing person Michaela SEARLE has been safely located. Please kindly remove her image and personal information from your social media accounts and websites. The Thunder Bay Police Service would like to thank the public and media for their assistance. 

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UPDATE: Police request video from public amid shooting investigation

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P22021725
Location: Thunder Bay

Members of the Thunder Bay Police Service’s Major Crimes Unit are renewing their call for public assistance as an investigation into a January shooting incident continues.

Officers with the Uniform Patrol Branch were originally dispatched to reports of a disturbance at a residential address in the 100 block of Machar Avenue at about 8:40…

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UPDATE: Enniskillen Avenue Standoff

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P22022824
Location: Thunder Bay

Police have identified a suspect involved in a weekend assault that led to a standoff in a residential neighbourhood on the city’s north side Sunday.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers were dispatched to a weapon’s call at a residential address in the zero-to-100 block of Enniskillen Avenue at about 6:45 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 23, 2022.…

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Loaded firearm seized, pair arrested following traffic stop

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P22022801
Location: Thunder Bay

Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Uniform Patrol Branch were patrolling in the area of May Street South just before 10:25 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 22 when they conducted a traffic stop.

Police intended to check on the sobriety of the driver of the sedan, which was travelling northbound on May Street South.

Officers…

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Enniskillen Avenue Roadway Open

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P22022824
Location: Thunder Bay

Enniskillen Avenue roadway has been re-opened open.

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Statement: From Sylvie Hauth - Chief of Police

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Statement From Sylvie Hauth - Chief of Police - Thunder Bay Police Service

I have taken a solemn oath to faithfully, impartially, and according to law, discharge my duties as Chief of Police.  This oath is more than words to me.  It represents my personal commitment and values.  I am ultimately responsible for the actions…

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