Man charged with assault, uttering threats

May 18, 2025

Police arrested a suspect who threatened an employee and bystander after being confronted while stealing store merchandise.

Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to a Balsam Street business shortly after 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 17.

 

A male suspect had entered the business and attempted to conceal merchandise. The suspect threatened both a staff member and customer who attempted to confront him.

 

The suspect proceeded to leave the business with unpaid merchandise.

 

Responding officers located a male matching the description of the suspect nearby.

 

The suspect ignored the demands of officers and resisted arrest. Multiple officers were required to place the suspect in the back of a police vehicle.

 

Caleb SHAGANASH, 33, is charged with Theft Under $5,000, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, Resisting Arrest, Uttering Threats x3, and Assault.

 

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

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