Public Safety Notice:

May 8, 2026

The Thunder Bay Police Service responded to a call regarding an assault in the Boulevard Lake area yesterday morning.
 
The suspect has not yet been located and the investigation is ongoing.
 
The suspect may be wearing a yellow, orange and white plaid jacket.
 
He is described as being light-skinned, in his 30s or 40s, with grey in his hair and an unkempt appearance.
 
Community members are asked to use caution while using recreational trails in the area.
 
For personal safety, residents are encouraged to: 
• Walk with another person whenever possible 
• Avoid wearing headphones or earbuds that block out surrounding sounds 
• Remain aware of your surroundings at all times 
• Stay clear of dark, isolated, or closed in areas
 
Police continue to patrol the area and remain committed to ongoing efforts to identify and locate the individual involved. Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact Thunder Bay Police Service at (807) 684-1200.
 
Further updates will be shared as information becomes available.

Missing Person: Mary GAGNON, 63

May 27, 2026
TB26019537 The Thunder Bay Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 63-year-old Mary GAGNON. Mary was last seen in the Lillie Street area on May 17, 2026. GAGNON is described as an indigenous female, standing 5’4”, with a heavy build, medium length black hair usually worn in a ponytail, and dark brown eyes. She also wears glasses with black frames. Mary was last seen wearing a pink jacket with black pants. She cannot walk so she utilizes a pink electric scooter. If you have any information about the whereabouts of this missing person, please contact police at (807) 684-1200.  Submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com .

Update: Missing Person: Kelsey ANDERSON

May 26, 2026
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Media Update

May 25, 2026
The Thunder Bay Police Service continues to investigate the discovery of human remains in the Thunder Centre area. At this time, no information regarding the deceased individual can be released until their identity has been confirmed. The separate investigation related to an earlier police presence in the same area remains ongoing. A visible police presence continues, and members of the public are asked to avoid the area. Updates may be provided as more information becomes available.