Thunder Bay Police Service Investigating an assault on city’s north end
August 16, 2026
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The Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating an assault on the city’s north side.
Officers were dispatched to the area of the 1000 block of Dawson Road in the afternoon of August 15, 2026.
A female was located and transported to a local hospital with injuries.
The Major Crime Unit became involved in the ongoing investigation.
Investigators believe there is no risk to public safety at this time.
No other information is available at this time.
Updates will be provided when they become available.
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