Police issue renewed appeal for information in Richard Graham missing person investigation

July 30, 2025

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The Thunder Bay Police Service is continuing to appeal to the public for assistance in locating missing person Richard GRAHAM.


Today marks one year since the last confirmed sighting of Richard. He was last seen on the morning of July 30, 2024, boarding a Thunder Bay Transit bus outside a business in the 500 block of Cumberland Street that was heading south. It remains unknown where he exited the bus.


He is described as a White male, standing 5'6" in height with a slim build. He has medium-length red hair and a red beard, and hazel eyes. He was last seen wearing a camouflage short-sleeve shirt, black pants with a subtle camouflage pattern, grey and black running shoes, a camouflage pattern ballcap, and a large black backpack with a waist belt and large white patch on the top.


Since his disappearance was reported, police and family members have conducted numerous searches. Investigators have also canvassed different areas of the city, spoken to people who knew Richard, and reviewed available camera footage.


The Missing Persons Unit and the Major Crimes Unit remain involved in the investigation. Investigators are again turning to the public for assistance. Any new information could be what investigators need to make a breakthrough in the case.


A dedicated tip line has been established. If you have any information that could help locate Richard, and provide his family answers, please call (807) 701-5377. Those providing tips must include their name and phone number when providing information to the dedicated tip line so that investigators can follow up.


Tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.

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