Child pornography investigation leads to arrest
January 16, 2025
A cyber crime investigation has resulted in a local man being arrested on a child pornography charge.
Members of the Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit began an investigation in November 2024 after receiving information that a local internet user had been suspected of uploading a file that contained child sexual abuse material.
As a result of the investigation, a search warrant was obtained and executed at a Frederica Street East residence on the morning of Wednesday, January 15.
A suspect was arrested and multiple electronic devices were seized.
Ronald Howard WRIGLEY, 73, is charged with Possession of Child Pornography.
The accused appeared in court on Wednesday and has been remanded into custody with a future appearance date.
TB26009342 The Thunder Bay Police Service is continuing to request the public's assistance in locating missing person, Daniella NEKULIAK, 62. Daniella was last seen on Algoma Street North walking towards Boulevard Lake around 9:30 AM on the morning of Thursday March 12, 2026. She is described as a female, that stands roughly 5'4'’ tall with a medium build. She has medium-length grey hair, and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a grey wool hat, white fleece jacket under a black puffy jacket, black pants, grey gloves, and brown and grey Sorel OUT N ABOUT IV Classic Women's Waterproof Boots with a white outsole. The Thunder Bay Police Service is asking for residents to check their yards, sheds, and vehicles and review any video surveillance for anyone matching her description. Officers are also looking for dashcam footage along Algoma Street North from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM, on Thursday March 12, 2026. Residents in the Boulevard Lake area are also asked to remain on the lookout for anyone matching Daniella's description. If a member of the public spots Daniella, they are asked to call 911. To report any other information regarding the whereabouts of this missing person, please contact the Thunder Bay Police Service at (807) 684-1200. A heavy police presence continues to be expected in the Red River Road and St Patrick Square area. The Lakehead Search and Rescue Unit and the Ontario Provincial Police are assisting in the ongoing search.
TB26009342 The Thunder Bay Police Service is continuing to request the public's assistance in locating missing person, Daniella NEKULIAK, 62. Daniella was last seen in the Red River Road and St. Patrick Square Area on March 12, 2026. She is described as a female, that stands roughly 5'4'’ tall with a medium build. She has medium-length grey hair, and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing a white coat. Thunder Bay Police Service is asking for residents to check their yards, sheds, and vehicles and review any video surveillance for anyone matching her description. If a member of the public spots Daniella, they are asked to call 911. To report any other information regarding the whereabouts of this missing person, please contact the Thunder Bay Police Service at (807) 684-1200. A heavy police presence is expected in the Red River Road and St Patrick Square area. The Ontario Search and Rescue Volunteer Association and the OPP are assisting in the ongoing search.
From March 1 – 7, 2026: · Officers responded to 885 Calls · 911 Calls received: 1,750 · Total calls received: 4,061
