Thunder Bay Police Service investigation leads to charges

February 6, 2026

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A Thunder Bay Police Service investigation into a shooting incident has led to charges.
 
Officers with the Primary Response Unit were sent to the Vale Crescent area on February 02, 2026, around 10:45 p.m.
 
Officers located an injured victim who was transported to a local hospital for further treatment.
 
The Major Crime Unit became involved in the investigation and identified a suspect.
 
Officers with the Major Crime, Break and Enter and Robbery, Emergency Task, and Intelligence Units arrested a youth offender on February 05, 2026 in the Dawson Road area.
 
As a result, a 17-year-old is facing the following charges:
 
• Attempt to commit murder using firearm 
• Robbery with intent (two counts) 
• Reckless discharge of a firearm 
• Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm 
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm 
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose 
• Pointing a firearm 
• Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order
 
The accused also has additional outstanding warrants with the Thunder Bay Police Service.
 
They remain in custody with a future court date. 

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