Child pornography investigation results in arrest
A local resident has been charged with a child pornography offence and failing to comply with previous court orders.
The Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit began an investigation earlier this month after receiving information that a local internet user was suspected of breaching a prohibition order relating to children.
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Four arrested, cocaine seized
Four people face charges after a search warrant was executed at a south-side residence, resulting in the seizure of suspected cocaine and cash.
Members of the Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit had started an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity in April.
The continued investigation led to a search…
Message from Chief Darcy Fleury - July 2024
The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) serves Thunder Bay and Oliver Paipoonge, with a recorded population of around 117,000. Various reports suggest the ‘true’ population is closer to 150,000. This impacts the types and numbers of crimes driving calls for service. A close comparator is Kingston, Ontario, with a population of just over 130,000…
UPDATE: Investigation of collision involving motorcycle results in charges
A driver involved in a serious two-vehicle collision that occurred earlier this month faces Highway Traffic Act charges.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response branch had been dispatched to the area of Arthur…
Robbery suspect arrested
Police have arrested a suspect after a business was robbed at knife-point earlier this year.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers had been dispatched to a business on the 3100 block of Arthur Street West in Oliver Paipoonge just before midnight on April 22 after receiving reports of a robbery.
A male suspect had entered the business…
The Shift - July 17
The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) is pleased to share features and information about the people, programs and services that keep our community safe.
July 17, 2024
Bike Patrols
During the summer months, Officers with the Community Oriented Response and Engagement (CORE) Unit can be found…
Widnall Pool investigation ongoing
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances of an incident that occurred at an outdoor swimming pool over the weekend.
Emergency services personnel, including Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response branch, responded to the Art Widnall Pool on Minnesota Street just after 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 13,…
Investigation leads to charges relating to elder abuse
A six-month investigation has led to a 50-year-old local resident facing charges relating to elder abuse.
A Thunder Bay Police Service Crimes Against Seniors investigator received information in January that an elderly woman was believed to being subjected to ongoing abuse.
The investigation led to a suspect being identified and…
Police arrest stabbing suspect
One person was arrested after an overnight stabbing incident.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to the 200 block of Amelia Street just after 2 a.m. on Thursday, July 4, after receiving reports of an assault.
Responding officers located a security guard with injuries consistent with…
Collision involving motorcycle results in serious injuries
A collision between a motorcycle and passenger vehicle resulted in two people being taken to hospital for treatment of serious injuries.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to the area of Arthur Street and Mountdale Avenue just after 11 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3, after receiving reports of…