June 2025

June 19, 2025

This week, the Thunder Bay Police Service issued its 2024 Annual Report. The report highlights compelling data and stories that illustrate the high demand for our services and the outstanding performance of our team.


I am proud of the professionalism and bravery shown by all our members—both sworn officers and civilian staff—who serve our community with compassion and integrity every day. I am grateful to the many partners, organizations and individuals who continue to support the integral work we do. It is a privilege to serve this community. 


I encourage everyone to view the full report. Here are a few of many 2024 statistics of interest.




Community Response to Homelessness


As summer approaches, residents may notice more tents and encampments throughout our city. I understand these situations raise concerns for some people and want to clarify the role of the Thunder Bay Police Service.


The City has adopted a Human Rights-based approach to homelessness. This means that housing is recognized as a basic human right and people are supported to transition to appropriate and safe housing, rather than forcibly removed from public spaces. The City is working hard to ensure supports, services, and pathways to housing are available.


The role of the Thunder Bay Police Service is to support public safety, respond to emergencies, and work with outreach teams—not to arrest or displace people for being unhoused. Homelessness is a complex social issue that requires a multi-team, comprehensive solution that is approached with compassion and care. I appreciate the public’s understanding.


Investigation into the use of bear spray at local annual fair leads to multiple charges

August 12, 2026
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Intelligence Unit drug trafficking investigation leads to charges

August 11, 2026
TB26030742 A Thunder Bay Police Service drug trafficking investigation has resulted in charges. As part of the investigation, Intelligence Unit officers searched a home in the Pearl Street area on August 4, 2026. During the search, two individuals were located and arrested. Quantities of suspected cocaine, cash, and items associated with drug trafficking were also seized. As a result of the investigation, 38-year-old Crystal IDZI from Thunder Bay and 46-year-old Micheal MOCK of Thunder Bay are 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 Both of the accused were remanded into custody following their first court appearance.

Thunder Bay Police Service response to weapons call leads to charges

August 10, 2026
TB26031031 A Thunder Bay Police Service investigation has resulted in charges. Officers with the Primary Response Unit were dispatched to the Syndicate Avenue South and Donald Street East area around 10:00 AM on August 6, 2026, in response to multiple reports regarding a stabbing. On scene three victims were located. One individual was transported to a local hospital for treatment of their injuries, which are considered not to be life-threatening. The Break, Enter, and Robbery Unit became involved in the investigation. Further investigation led to a suspect being identified. A search of the area led to the suspect being located and arrested. As a result of the investigation, 45-year-old Lazarus YELLOWHEAD of Webequie First Nation is facing the following charges: • Aggravated assault • Assault with a weapon • Assault • Resist peace officer • Failure to comply with a release order The accused was remanded into custody following their first court appearance.