Collision results in impaired driving charge
March 31, 2025
A collision between a vehicle and city grader has resulted in impaired driving charges.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the area of Hudson Avenue and Shuniah Street just after 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 29, after receiving reports of a motor vehicle collision.
A vehicle had driven into the back of the grader.
Responding officers spoke to the driver of the vehicle and observed signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and taken into custody for further assessment.
A 51-year-old male has been charged with Impaired Operation of a Vehicle and Operation of a Motor Vehicle While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus).
The accused was released on an undertaking and has a future court appearance date.
The Thunder Bay Police Service is proud to introduce our newest officers. With Ontario Court Justice March presiding, a swearing-in ceremony for eight constables was held on Thursday, October 22, at the Thunder Bay Courthouse, where they swore their oaths and received their badges and warrants cards from Police Chief Darcy Fleury. Please join us in welcoming: • Cst. Hussam Alkweyder • Cst. Zachary Defoy • Cst. Justin Dilauro • Cst. Curtis Gilbert • Cst. Aden Kristjanson • Cst. Cori Ranta • Cst. Roshaun Russell • Cst. Jack Wilkins The new officers recently completed their Basic Constable Training at the Ontario Police College and will be assigned to Primary Response platoons, beginning their coaching shifts as soon as this weekend. They join policing from diverse backgrounds which include military, social services, and aviation.
