Thunder Bay Police Service investigating collision involving pedestrian and train

April 27, 2026

The Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating a sudden death following a collision involving a train and a pedestrian.
 
The incident occurred on the evening of April 25, 2026, near Fort William Road.
 
Officers with the Primary Response Unit responded to the scene where a deceased individual was located.
 
The Forensic Identification Unit and Traffic Unit are involved in the investigation.
 
No other information is available at this time.
 
Updates will be provided as appropriate. 

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