Thunder Bay Police Service investigation leads to charges

June 30, 2026

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A Thunder Bay Police Service investigation has led to charges.
 
On June 23, 2026, officers with the Primary Response Unit began an investigation following a call for service regarding a stolen vehicle.
 
Further investigation led to a stolen vehicle being located later that same day, and a suspect being identified.
 
Officers with the Community Oriented Response and Engagement Unit located and arrested the suspect while on patrol as part of Project Support on June 24, 2026.
 
Further investigation determined that the accused was also connected to an additional active investigation, leading to additional charges.
 
As a result of both investigation, 32-year-old Christian NEEKAN from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:
 
• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (two counts) 
• Operation while prohibited (two counts) 
• Fail to comply with a probation order(two counts) 
• Theft of motor vehicle 
• Break, enter a place to commit indictable offence 
• Driving while under suspension (two counts) (Highway Traffic Act)
 
The accused was remanded into custody following their first court appearance.

Major Crime Unit investigation leads to second degree murder charges

July 20, 2026
TB26028209 A Thunder Bay Police Service Major Crime Unit investigation has resulted in second-degree murder charges. Officers with the Primary Response Unit responded to a call for service regarding an assault in the Cumming Street area on the evening of July 18, 2026, around 11:00 PM. On scene a deceased individual was located. Further investigation led to two suspects being identified and arrested. As a result of the investigation, 29-year-old Steven RAFFERTY of Thunder Bay and 61-year-old Warnock RAFFERTY of Thunder Bay have both been charged with Second Degree Murder. Both of the accused were remanded into custody following their first court appearance. 

Thunder Bay Police Service Toy Drive now closed

July 20, 2026
The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) is once again expressing sincere gratitude to the community after a second surge of toy donations for children and families displaced by wildfires. Following the initial drop-off, residents, families, and TBPS members continued to bring in toys, games and books. The volume of items received over the past couple of days has grown substantially, exceeding expectations and TBPS is no longer accepting additional donations. The continued generosity shown by the people of Thunder Bay has been remarkable. These contributions will help bring comfort and moments of joy to families experiencing disruption and uncertainty. The Thunder Bay Police Service thanks every person, family, business and organization that contributed to this effort.

Visible police presence expected on Thunder Bay's south end

July 19, 2026
TB26028209 A visible police presence is expected in the Cumming Street area. Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to a call for service in the area on the evening of July 18, 2026. The investigation remains ongoing. No further information is available at this time.  Updates will be provided as they become available.