The Shift - July 17
The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) is pleased to share features and information about the people, programs and services that keep our community safe.
July 17, 2024
Bike Patrols
During the summer months, Officers with the Community Oriented Response and Engagement (CORE) Unit can be found…
Widnall Pool investigation ongoing
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of an incident that occurred at an outdoor swimming pool over the weekend.
Emergency services personnel, including Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response branch, responded to the Art Widnall Pool on Minnesota Street just after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 13,…
Investigation leads to charges relating to elder abuse
A six-month investigation has led to a 50-year-old local resident facing charges relating to elder abuse.
A Thunder Bay Police Service Crimes Against Seniors investigator received information in January that an elderly woman was believed to being subjected to ongoing abuse.
The investigation led to a suspect being identified and…
Police arrest stabbing suspect
One person was arrested after an overnight stabbing incident.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to the 200 block of Amelia Street just after 2 a.m. on Thursday, July 4, after receiving reports of an assault.
Responding officers located a security guard with injuries consistent with…
Collision involving motorcycle results in serious injuries
A collision between a motorcycle and passenger vehicle resulted in two people being taken to hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to the area of Arthur Street and Mountdale Avenue just after 11 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, after receiving reports of…
One arrested after police respond to report of gunshot
Police are continuing to investigate an early morning weapons incident.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to a residence in the 900 block of Simpson Street just after 5 a.m. on Wednesday, July 3, after receiving reports of a possible gunshot.
A suspect was located within the…
Collision results in impaired, dangerous driving charges
A 37-year-old man faces multiple charges after colliding with several parked vehicles.
Emergency services were dispatched to the area of Water Street and John Street just after 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 26 after receiving reports of a multi-vehicle collision.
A pickup truck had nearly collided with an oncoming vehicle and left…
Message from Chief Darcy Fleury - June 2024
June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada.
I am often asked about my relationship with the Indigenous community. There is no single community, and there is no one answer. A lot of people and groups are highly…
Suspect charged with vehicle theft, assault
A woman faces several charges after police responded to a report of a stolen vehicle and subsequent disturbance.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to the area of the 600 block of James Street North after receiving a report of a stolen vehicle just before 11 p.m. on Thursday, June 20.
…Loaded firearm seized at airport
A 32-year-old has been arrested on multiple firearms charges after airport security found a loaded handgun.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to the Thunder Bay Airport at about 8 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19 for a weapons call.
Airport security had discovered a passenger was in…