Police K-9 Unit assists in locating person

October 6, 2025

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In the early morning hours of October 5, members of the Thunder Bay Police Primary Response Unit were called to assist in the search for a person who was believed to be at risk of self-harm.


After locating personal belongings the person had left behind, officers deployed a drone at approximately 2:30 a.m. to assist in the search. The K-9 Unit was also deployed and Police Service Dog (PSD) Lucek initiated a track shortly after arrival.


Despite difficult conditions including rain and no known direction of travels, PSD Lucek successfully located the individual, who was then provided with medical assistance.



PSD Lucek is trained to locate individuals in a variety of situations, including those who are lost, in medical distress, or otherwise require urgent attention.


TBPS specialized units such as the K-9 team have a vital role in supporting community safety. This incident highlights the importance of front-line officers quickly identifying and deploying appropriate resources

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