Thunder Bay Police Service investigation leads to seizure of an estimated $380,000 in suspected illicit drugs, firearm

June 29, 2026

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A Thunder Bay Police Service investigation has led to the seizure of suspected illicit drugs and a firearm.
 
On June 23, 2026, officers with the Primary Response Unit responded to a business on Memorial Avenue in response to a call for service regarding an individual who may have been in possession of a firearm.
 
Further investigation and a search of the area led to a suspect being identified, located, and arrest.
 
The Intelligence Unit became involved in the investigation.
 
A search of the suspect led to the seizure of a revolver style handgun, over 1.5 kilograms of suspected fentanyl, and over $5,000 in cash.
 
As a result of the investigation, 22-year-old Jasiah MCNICOLLS of Richmond Hill is facing the following charges: 
• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – (opioid) 
• Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm 
• Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition 
• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 
• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm 
• Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm 
• Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
 
The accused was remanded into custody following their first court appearance with a future court date.

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