Thunder Bay Police Service investigating motor vehicle collision involving pedestrian on city’s south end

June 22, 2026

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The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) is investigating a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian on the city’s south end.

 

Emergency services responded to the Churchill Drive West and James Street North area around 4:45 AM on June 21, 2026.

 

An individual was located with life-threatening injuries and they were transported to a local hospital for treatment. 

 

The Traffic Unit and Forensic Identification Unit are involved in the ongoing investigation.

 

TBPS is aware that multiple drivers observed the injured individual between 4:00 AM and 4:30 AM.

 

We are requesting that these drivers, and anyone who spoke to the injured individual, as well as anyone with information that can assist the investigation, reach out to Constable Sal Carchidi at (807) 684-1200 ext. 0752

 

Submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or online at www.p3tips.com.

 

No other information is available at this time.

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