Driver who attempted to flee from officers faces multiple charges

March 18, 2025

The driver of a stolen vehicle who subsequently sped away from officers was tracked down and arrested early this morning.

Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were on patrol in the area of Vickers Street and Donald Street East at about 5 a.m. on Tuesday March, 18, when a vehicle that had been reported stolen was observed.

 

Officers then found the vehicle parked nearby and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. Instead, the occupants did not comply with officers and the vehicle drove away erratically along the sidewalk and across front yards before re-entering the roadway. It then took off at a high rate of speed. Officers did not engage in a pursuit in the interests of public safety.

 

About 15 minutes later, police were contacted by a Broadmore Avenue resident reporting that there was an unknown vehicle in their backyard.

 

Responding officers found an unoccupied vehicle matching the description of the suspect vehicle. Officers followed footprints and located a male matching the description of a suspect. The male was found in possession of the keys to the vehicle and was arrested.

 

Nicholas Jeffrey RECOSKIE, 29, is charged with Dangerous Operation of a Vehicle, Obstruct Peace Officer, Flight from Peace Officer, and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000.

 

The accused appeared in court later Tuesday and has been remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

Fraud Friday: ATM cash-trapping scams

August 21, 2026
The Thunder Bay Police Service is reminding residents to be cautious when using automated teller machines (ATMs) following reports of a cash-trapping scam in other communities. No cases of this type have been reported to the Thunder Bay Police Service at this time. This advisory is being shared to help the public recognize the potential risk and take precautions. In a cash-trapping scam, a device is placed over or inside an ATM’s cash dispenser. The machine may appear to complete the withdrawal, but the cash is held by the device. A fraudster can then return and collect it after the customer leaves. Protect yourself: • Check the ATM for loose parts, unusual attachments, or signs of tampering. • Use ATMs in well-lit, high-traffic locations whenever possible. • If cash is not dispensed, do not leave immediately. Contact your financial institution using a trusted number and report the problem to the ATM operator. • Review your account and promptly report any transaction you do not recognize. If an ATM appears to have been tampered with, do not use it. Report suspicious activity to the Thunder Bay Police Service. If you have lost money or disclosed banking information, contact your financial institution immediately and report the incident to police and the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre (https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca/index-eng.htm).

Thunder Bay Police Service investigation into stolen vehicle leads to charges

August 20, 2026
TB26031063 A Thunder Bay Police Service investigation into the theft of a stolen motor vehicle has led to charges. On August 8, 2026, officers received a report regarding the theft of a vehicle from a business in the Central Avenue area on August 6, 2026. A review of video footage led to a suspect being identified. Officers located and arrested the suspect in the Ogden Street area on August 8, 2026. A search of the Rowand Street area that same day led to the stolen vehicle being located. As a result of the investigation, 32-year-old Selena SIMMONS from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges: • Theft of motor vehicle • Dangerous operation • Fail to comply with probation order The accused was remanded into custody following their first court appearance with a future court date.

Major Crime Unit investigation leads to manslaughter charges

August 19, 2026
TB26032479