Update: Arrest made in homicide investigation

November 5, 2025

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Police have arrested a suspect wanted for murder.
 
Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to a 911 call received at approximately 3:00 p.m. on October 30, 2025. A 67-year-old deceased male was located at a residence in the 100 block of College Street. The Major Crimes Unit became involved in the investigation.
 
The victim is Maurice Kenneth Bruins, 67, of Thunder Bay. Police believe he is the victim of an interrupted Break-and-Enter, and that this was not a targeted incident.
 
Police believe the accused left the residence in the victim’s vehicle and traveled to a community outside of the City of Thunder Bay, where he committed a separate Break-and-Enter.
 
As a result of the continued investigation by the Major Crimes Unit and Forensic Identification Unit, an accused was identified.
 
On Tuesday, November 4, the suspect, Dwayne FERRIS, 24, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with Second-Degree Murder and Break-and-Enter.
 
The accused appeared in court on November 5 and has been remanded to custody.
 
The Thunder Bay Police Service wishes to thank the Ontario Provincial Police for their assistance in locating the stolen vehicle. 

October 2026

October 9, 2026
Above: In September, the Thunder Bay Police Service and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) announced that joint marine patrols are underway in the Thunder Bay area.

Thunder Bay Police Service Traffic Unit school zone patrol leads to charges

October 8, 2026
TB26040506 A Thunder Bay Police Service Traffic Unit patrol has resulted in a stunt driving charge. On October 7, 2026, an officer was driving in the Rosslyn Road area around 2:30 PM when they located a vehicle travelling 89km per hour in a 40km per hour school zone. The driver was stopped and was charged with: • Speeding (HTA) • Stunt Driving (HTA) The driver is facing a 30-day licence suspension, and their vehicle has been impounded for 14 days. Drivers are reminded to adhere to posted speed limits in school zones and community safety zones. Reduced speeds are in place to protect children who may be walking, cycling, or crossing the roadway during peak travel periods. The Thunder Bay Police Service Traffic Unit remains committed to public safety and will continue proactive enforcement to ensure the protection of students, families, and all road users.

Police presence expected on Thunder Bay’s south end

October 8, 2026
A visible police presence is expected in the area of the 600 block of Victoria Avenue East. Thunder Bay Police Service officers were dispatched to the area on October 5, 2026, in response to a call for service. The investigation remains ongoing. No further information is available at this time. Updates will be provided as they become available.