Intelligence Unit investigation leads to charges

April 21, 2026

A Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit investigation with the assistance of the Ontario Provincial Police Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau has led to charges.
 
On April 16th, 2026, two homes and two vehicles were searched on Anten Street and John Street.
 
During the searches officers seized approximately 90 grams of suspected cocaine, a small amount of suspected fentanyl and more than $40,000 in Canadian cash.
 
The street value of the drugs seized is estimated at $12,000.
 
During the searches four suspects were located and arrested.
 
As a result of the investigation, 31-year-old Emmanuel OWUSU from Toronto is facing the following charges: 
• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine 
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
 
The accused was released from custody with a future court date.
 
Glenn BERNST a 61-year-old from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges: 
• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine 
• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs 
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 
• Failure to comply with undertaking
 
The accused was remanded into custody after their first court appearance with a future court date.
 
A 31-year-old from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges: 
• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine 
• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs 
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
 
A 44-year-old from Thunder Bay is also facing the following charges: 
• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine 
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
 
The unnamed accused’s charges have not been read in court as they have been released under an undertaking with a future court date.

Major Crime Unit investigation leads to manslaughter charges

August 19, 2026
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Thunder Bay Police Service acquires ballistics lab for Forensic Identification Unit

August 19, 2026
The Thunder Bay Police Service is pleased to announce the acquisition of a ballistics lab. The facility was developed to provide the Thunder Bay Police Service Forensic Identification (Ident) Unit with a dedicated, controlled space for firearms-related forensic work. The facility will allow trained Ident members to safely conduct test firing and recover bullets and other ballistic evidence for examination and comparison. The container was custom built locally by StrongBox Inc with ballistic safety panels which allows officers to conduct testing in the safest manner. The bullet recovery tank was purchased from Cyber National Inc out of the US which was recommended by the Ontario Centre of Forensic Sciences as one of the best options in North America and is certified to withstand shots up to .50 Caliber ammunition testing. Some of the main benefits include: • A dedicated and controlled environment for firearms testing and bullet recovery. • Improved efficiency by allowing this work to be completed locally rather than relying on outside facilities • Faster processing of firearms-related evidence and reduced delays in investigations • Improved ability to recover bullets in a condition suitable for subsequent forensic examination and comparison • Increased operational capability for the Forensic Identification Unit and support for major and firearms-related investigations The project was supported through Community Safety and Policing (CSP) grant funding, which assisted with the purchase of the bullet recovery system, and other equipment required to establish the facility.

Investigation update

August 18, 2026
TB26032479 Investigation update The Thunder Bay Police Service has updated an ongoing assault investigation to a sudden death investigation. Officers were dispatched to the area of the 1000 block of Dawson Road in the afternoon of August 15, 2026. A female was located and transported to a local hospital with injuries. The Major Crime Unit became involved in the ongoing investigation. Investigators believe there is no risk to public safety at this time. No other information is available at this time. Updates will be provided when they become available.