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 pleased to announce the dates of Chat with the Chief community information sessions that will take place in the coming weeks. Chat with the Chief events are opportunities for community members to have their questions answered by Chief Darcy Fleury, and learn about policing in our community. The first event will be held at the Murillo Community Hall, Oliver-Paipoonge on Thursday, October 9 at 6:00 p.m. Other dates include: Mary JL Black Library Wednesday October 15 6:00 p.m. Chamber of Commerce Leaders Luncheon (location to be confirmed) Wednesday November 12 11:30 a.m. Chief Fleury will also participate as a member of the City of Thunder Bay Community Safety and Well-Being panel discussion at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium Thursday November 13 6:00 p.m. To submit questions in advance, visit https://forms.office.com/r/gr91tUJkkv . Questions can be submitted at any time to news@thunderbaypolice.ca .