Renewed appeal for information on Missing Person - Alex Lawson

November 29, 2025

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The Thunder Bay Police Service is renewing its appeal to the public for information about the location of missing person Alex (AJ) Lawson.
 
Lawson was last seen on Nov. 27, 2022, in the 200 block of Madeline Street.
 
He is described as an Indigenous man standing about 5’6” tall with a medium build.
 
He has long, straight grey hair, brown eyes, and he usually has facial hair.
 
He was last seen wearing a black baseball cap, a light-coloured North Face puffer jacket with a dark upper area, blue jeans, and black shoes.
 
Residents can provide information by calling the Thunder Bay Police Service at 807-684-1200.
 
Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477, or online at www.p3tips.com.
 
The Thunder Bay Police Service remains committed to locating Alex Lawson and bringing closure to his loved ones. 

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.