Police remind public of off-road vehicle rules

September 19, 2025

The Thunder Bay Police Service is urging the public to ensure safe usage of off-road vehicles and to follow applicable legislation and bylaws for their use.


Recently, Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to an incident in a rural area of the city where two children under the age of 16 were operating all-terrain vehicles on a roadway and were involved in a collision.


Fortunately, the incident did not result in serious injuries.


The parent was served with provincial offence notices for allowing a motor vehicle to be operated on a highway with no insurance, and for permitting unlicensed persons to drive a vehicle.


Provincial legislation requires off-road vehicles to be registered, having a displayed licence plate, and be insured. Drivers and passengers must wear an approved motorcycle helmet.


To be used for on-road riding, drivers must be at least 16 years old and have at least a valid G2 or M2 licence. For off-road riding, drivers must be at least 12 years old or directly supervised by an adult.


Municipalities have different rules for the use off-road vehicles. The City of Thunder Bay does not permit off-road vehicles to be used on roadways.


Road safety is a shared responsibility.

Missing Person – Miguel RAFFAELE, 28

December 29, 2025
TB25049543 The Thunder Bay Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 28-year-old Miguel RAFFAELE. RAFFAELE has had no contact with family since October 2025. He was last seen in mid-October in the Syndicate Avenue South area. He is described as a man standing 5’9” with a fair complexion, thin build, shaved head (light brown hair if grown out), green eyes, and a brown beard. If you have any information about the whereabouts of this missing per son, please contact police at (807) 684-1200. Submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.

TBRHSF 50/50 Lottery Scam

December 29, 2025
The Thunder Bay Police Service is advising the public that it has received multiple reports of scam calls related to the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Foundation’s (TBRHSF) monthly 50/50 draw. Residents have reported receiving phone calls from individuals claiming to represent the TBRHSF. Callers are telling people they are the 50/50 winner but must pay a fee to collect their prize. For the TBRHSF 50/50 draw, the only purchase required is the ticket itself. You will never be asked to pay a fee to access your winnings. Anyone who receives a suspicious call is encouraged to hang up and report the incident. If you are concerned about potential scams and want to learn more, please visit https://www.thunderbaypolice.ca/safety/fraud-prevention or contact the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at http://www.antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca . To make a fraud/cyber crime online report to the Thunder Bay Police Service, please visit: https://www.services.tryrubicon.com/thunder-bay-police-service/online-reports/report/fraud-cybercrime

Missing Person – Bradley Allan JONES, 53

December 29, 2025
TB25049494 The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 53-year-old Bradley Allan JONES. JONES is known to frequent the Amelia Street West area. His family has not been able to contact him since July 2025. JONES is described as a white man standing roughly 5’8”, with a medium build, and brown eyes. If you have any information about the whereabouts of this missing person, please contact the TBPS at (807) 684-1200. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or online at www.p3tips.com .