Thunder Bay Police Service Traffic Unit investigation leads to charge

June 24, 2026

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A Thunder Bay Police Service Traffic Unit investigation has resulted in a charge.
 
On September 11, 2025, officers responded to a report of a collision involving a Thunder Bay Transit bus and a pedestrian in the George Street and May Street South area.
 
The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.
 
The Traffic Unit and Forensic Identification Unit became involved in the investigation.
 
On June 22, 2026, the driver attended the Thunder Bay Police Service Headquarters to turn themselves in.
 
As a result of the investigation, a 50-year-old of Thunder Bay has been charged with: 
• Dangerous operation causing bodily harm
 
The unnamed accused’s charges have not been read in court as they have been released under an undertaking with a future court date.

November 10, 2026
The Thunder Bay Police Service invites community members to join us for the annual Tree of Hope Lighting Ceremony this weekend in front of TBPS headquarters. The Tree of Hope honours Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQ+ people and serves as a symbol of remembrance, resilience, and hope. Community members are welcome to attend as we come together to reflect, remember, and reaffirm our commitment to awareness, understanding, and reconciliation. 📅 November 15, 2026 🕒 Lighting of Sacred Fire: 5:00 PM 🕒 Event Start: 6:00 PM 📍 Thunder Bay Police Service Headquarters Open Call: All Hand Drummers in the community are invited to participate in the event! No registration required just arrive before the start of the event.