Victim succumbs to injuries, suspect charged with murder

July 22, 2025

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A homicide investigation has resulted in a 34-year-old man facing a murder charge following an altercation that took place earlier this month.


Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the area of Jean Street and Van Norman Street shortly after 11 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, after receiving reports of an assault.


Responding officers located an injured male. The male was transported to hospital with injuries that were considered life threatening.


The victim was pronounced deceased in hospital on Wednesday, July 16. The victim has been identified as a 27-year-old Thunder Bay resident.


Billy MOSKOTAYWENENE, 34, was originally arrested and charged with Aggravated Assault. He was re-arrested on Monday, July 21, and charged with Second-Degree Murder.


The accused appeared in court and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

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The Thunder Bay Police Service is urging the public to ensure safe usage of off-road vehicles and to follow applicable legislation and bylaws for their use. Recently, Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to an incident in a rural area of the city where two children under the age of 16 were operating all-terrain vehicles on a roadway and were involved in a collision. Fortunately, the incident did not result in serious injuries. The parent was served with provincial offence notices for allowing a motor vehicle to be operated on a highway with no insurance, and for permitting unlicensed persons to drive a vehicle. Provincial legislation requires off-road vehicles to be registered, having a displayed licence plate, and be insured. Drivers and passengers must wear an approved motorcycle helmet. To be used for on-road riding, drivers must be at least 16 years old and have at least a valid G2 or M2 licence. For off-road riding, drivers must be at least 12 years old or directly supervised by an adult. Municipalities have different rules for the use off-road vehicles. The City of Thunder Bay does not permit off-road vehicles to be used on roadways. Road safety is a shared responsibility.