Primary Response Unit investigation leads to charges

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A Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response Unit Investigation has led to multiple charges.

On August 3, 2026, officers were dispatched to a business in the Memorial Avenue area in response to a report regarding an assault. 

Two suspects had left the scene prior to officers arriving.

A search of the area led to the suspects being located and arrested.

As a result of the investigation, 26-year-old Joseph MACHIMITY of Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

• Robbery with violence

• Fail to comply with probation order

As a result of the investigation, 38-year-old Joshua WAPOOSE from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

• Robbery with violence

• Fail to comply with probation order

Both of the accused were remanded into custody following their first court appearance.