Investigation into multi-vehicle collision leads to charges

February 19, 2026

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A multi-vehicle collision in Thunder Bay has led to charges.
 
Officers with the Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response Unit were on patrol in the Arthur Street area on February 16, 2026, when they observed a pickup truck driving at over 100 kilometres per hour in a residential area.
 
Officers observed the vehicle driving at a high rate of speed on the sidewalk along Empire Avenue, striking at least eight vehicles, multiple fences, trees, shrubs, and a fire hydrant.
 
The vehicle came to a stop after colliding with a snowbank and a sign.
 
The Traffic Unit became involved in the ongoing investigation.
 
As a result of the investigation, 18-year-old Michael WOODS JR, is facing the following charges under the Highway Traffic Act, Cannabis Control Act, and Criminal Code of Canada:
 
• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs 
• Dangerous operation 
• Flight from peace officer 
• Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt 
• Disobey stop sign – fail to stop (three counts) 
• Fail to surrender insurance card 
• Driver fail to surrender licence 
• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle 
• Person under 19 years – possess cannabis 
• Fail to notify change of address 
• Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available 
• Class G1 license holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver
 
The accused has been released from custody with a future court date.

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