Update: Suspect charged in serious assault

October 15, 2025

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A Thunder Bay man faces a charge of attempted murder following a serious and apparent random incident that took place at the corner of Red River Road and Clarkson Avenue on the evening of Saturday, October 11.

 

An 85-year old male was assaulted and sustained serious injuries. Hendrick Walinga remains in hospital after undergoing extensive surgery. 

 

The suspect left the scene before police arrived. Drones and the K-9 unit were deployed, but the suspect was not located. Video of the suspect was released, resulting in members of the public assisting to identify the suspect. 


On Monday, October 13, the Break, Enter and Robbery Unit (BEAR) arrested Drew Mitchell of Thunder Bay. 


The accused appeared in court on October 14 and was remanded to custody.

Missing Person: Peter ELCHUK, 71

May 20, 2026
TB26018737 The Thunder Bay Police is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 71-year-old Peter ELCHUK. Peter was last seen on May 19, 2026, in the area of Dawson Road around 5:00 PM. He suffers from dementia, and there is concern for his wellbeing. ELCHUK is described as a Caucasian man standing 5'7", with grey hair, and a grey goatee. He was last seen wearing dark grey jeans and a black jean jacket. Police and family are asking residents in the Dawson Road area and surrounding neighbourhoods to check their properties, sheds, garages, vehicles, and any surveillance or doorbell camera footage for possible sightings of Peter. If you have any information about the whereabouts of this missing person, please contact police at (807) 684-1200. Submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or online at www.p3tips.com .

Charges laid following Intelligence Unit drug trafficking investigation

May 19, 2026
TB26017508 A Thunder Bay Police Service drug trafficking investigation has led to multiple charges. On May 11, 2026, officers with the Intelligence Unit with the assistance of the Community Oriented Response and Engagement (CORE) Unit and the Emergency Task Unit searched a home on Clavet Street. During the search, officers seized a quantity of suspected crack cocaine, Canadian currency and drug paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking. As a result of the investigation, 55-year-old Lynda MCCALLUM from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges: • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking - cocaine • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 • Traffic in Schedule 1 substance – cocaine • Failure to comply with release order The accused was remanded into custody following their first court appearance. The investigation remains ongoing.

Missing Person: Kelsey ANDERSON, 36

May 19, 2026
TB26017520  The Thunder Bay Police Service is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 36-year-old Kelsey ANDERSON. Kelsey was last seen on May 9, 2026, around noon in the Algoma Street North area. He is described as an Indigenous male, with a slim build standing roughly 5’ 8”, with long black hair that is normally tied back, a goatee-style beard, brown eyes, with acne scars on his face. ANDERSON was last seen wearing a black and grey baseball cap, a tan hoodie, black pants, and white and grey sneakers. If you have any information about the whereabouts of this missing person, please contact police at (807) 684-1200. Submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.