Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response Unit investigation leads to multiple charges

June 30, 2026

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A Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response Unit investigation has resulted in multiple charges.


Officers were dispatched to the Victoria Avenue East area on June 29, 2026, just before 9:30 PM in response to reports of individuals using bear spray.


On scene, two victims were located and the individuals received treatment from emergency services.


One of the individuals was transported to a local hospital for further treatment.


The involved suspects had left the scene prior to officers arriving.


A search of the area led to six suspects being located and arrested.


As a result of the investigation, a 17-year-old of Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:


·        Assault with a weapon (two counts)

·        Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·        Pointing a firearm

·        Failure to comply with an undertaking


A 15-year-old from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

·        Assault with a weapon (two counts)

·        Failure to comply with release order


A 16-year-old from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

·        Assault with a weapon (two counts)

·        Failure to comply with release order


A 14-year-old from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

·        Assault with a weapon (two counts)

·        Failure to comply with release order


An additional 14-year-old from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

·        Assault with a weapon (two counts)


A 17-year-old from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

·        Assault with a weapon (two counts)


The 17-year-old from Thunder Bay who is facing two charges was released from custody with a future court date.


The remaining accused were remanded into custody following their first court appearances. 


The identity of the accused cannot be released in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act. 

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