Suspect charged with weapons offences

February 27, 2025

Police arrested a suspect after responding to an attempted robbery involving a weapon.

Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to a commercial address in the 100 block of Cumberland Street North on the afternoon of Wednesday, February 26, after receiving reports of a robbery that had just occurred.

 

A male suspect had entered the location and attempted to conceal merchandise. When confronted by staff, the suspect attempted to leave. Staff were able to retrieve the stolen merchandise. The suspect then brandished a knife towards staff members before leaving the store.

 

An officer with the Break, Enter and Robbery (BEAR) Unit also responded to the area and located an individual matching the suspect description.

 

The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

 

Alvin O'KEESE, 41, is charged with Assault with a Weapon and Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose.

 

The accused appeared in court on Thursday and has been remanded into custody.

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SIU concludes Thunder Bay investigation

July 15, 2025
The Special Investigations Unit announced it has closed its investigation into an incident involving Thunder Bay Police Service officers that occurred in December 2023. The SIU found no basis to believe that any officer committed a criminal offence and concluded their investigation with no further process. With the conclusion of the SIU investigation, the Thunder Bay Police Service will now commence its required administrative review in accordance with Section 81 of the Community Safety and Policing Act. The purpose of the administrative investigation is to review member conduct, the policing provided, and procedures all as they relate to the incident. This administrative review will be reported to the Thunder Bay Police Service Board upon completion. The Special Investigations Unit media release can be viewed online: https://www.siu.on.ca/en/news_template.php?nrid=10512

FRAUD FRIDAY: Cryptocurrency scams

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The Thunder Bay Police Service is continuing to raise public awareness of common types of scams that target local residents. Police have recently received reports of local residents who have fallen victim to cryptocurrency fraud, including a case where one person lost more than $500,000. Fraudsters may offer promises of substantial return on cryptocurrency investment, but will instead steal money and may also gain access to personal financial information. If an unknown person offers to assist with setting up a cryptocurrency account, this is a scam. Once funds are transferred, it is highly unlikely that they will ever be recovered. Funds can quickly be transferred through multiple exchanges originating in several different countries and are extremely difficult for law enforcement to trace. The Thunder Bay Police Service’s Economic Crime Unit urges residents to do their due diligence before engaging in any cryptocurrency investment, including seeking credible financial advice and using reputable exchanges. Residents are also encouraged to speak to family members and friends who may be vulnerable to being targeted by this type of scam. 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 (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
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