Fraud Friday: Driveway Paving Scam

June 5, 2026

With the first day of Summer just around the corner, the Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) is warning residents about driveway paving scams.
 
Although TBPS has not received any reports of driveway paving scams so far this year, other police services in Ontario have.
 
Residents are urged to be cautious of individuals posing as legitimate contractors offering unsolicited paving services. These individuals often claim to have “leftover asphalt” from another job and offer discounted, same day work.
 
They may also push for cash only payments or use high pressure tactics to secure quick agreements.
 
These offers frequently result in poor quality work, inflated prices, or unfinished jobs, with the individuals leaving the area shortly afterward.
 
Residents are encouraged to: 
• Request written estimates and contracts before agreeing to any work 
• Report suspicious activity to the Thunder Bay Police Service
 
Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1 800 222 8477 or online at www.p3tips.com.
 

Update: Thunder Bay Police Service sudden death investigation leads to second-degree murder charge

July 31, 2026
TB25050184 A Thunder Bay Police Service investigation into a sudden death on the city’s north end has resulted in a second-degree murder charge. On December 25, 2025, officers responded to a 911 call regarding a sudden death on Regent Street. On scene officers located a deceased man. The Major Crime Unit became involved in the investigation. On July 30, 2026, officers arrested a suspect at the Thunder Bay Jail. As a result of the continued investigation, 65-year-old Anthony FRIZZELL of Thunder Bay has been charged with second degree murder. The accused remains in custody with a future court date. Another individual was arrested on July 8, 2026, with the assistance of the Break, Enter, and Robbery Unit. The accused is facing an accessory after the fact to murder charge. The unnamed accused’s charges have not been read in court as they have been released under an undertaking with a future court date. The investigation remains ongoing. No further information is available at this time.

Police conducting homicide investigation

July 29, 2026
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Update: Thunder Bay Police Service locate prisoner escapee from local correctional facility

July 25, 2026
TB26029085 The Thunder Bay Police Service has located an escapee from the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre. The investigation began on July 24, 2026, following a report from the Correctional Centre. Officers located and arrested the wanted individual around 1:30 AM on July 25, 2026. The Ontario Provincial Police assisted with the investigation. No further information is available at this time.