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.
The Thunder Bay Police Service invites community members to join us for the annual Tree of Hope Lighting Ceremony this weekend in front of TBPS headquarters. The Tree of Hope honours Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQ+ people and serves as a symbol of remembrance, resilience, and hope. Community members are welcome to attend as we come together to reflect, remember, and reaffirm our commitment to awareness, understanding, and reconciliation. 📅 November 15, 2026 🕒 Lighting of Sacred Fire: 5:00 PM 🕒 Event Start: 6:00 PM 📍 Thunder Bay Police Service Headquarters Open Call: All Hand Drummers in the community are invited to participate in the event! No registration required just arrive before the start of the event.
