Youth arrested for knifepoint robbery

June 4, 2025

A 17-year-old faces several charges after two teenagers were robbed at knifepoint over the weekend.


Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of Arthur Street West shortly after 1 a.m. on Sunday, June 1, after receiving a report of a robbery involving a weapon.


A male suspect approached two youths, brandishing a knife, and stole a bicycle.


Responding officers located a male matching the description of the suspect. The individual did not comply with officer demands and fled.


The male was again located nearby, where he was found attempting to break into an Ottawa Street residence.


The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.


A 17-year-old male has been charged with Robbery, Mischief under $5,000, Trespassing at Night, Resisting a Peace Officer, and Breach of Probation.


The identity of the accused cannot be disclosed in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act.


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

Fraud Friday: Fraudulent Door-to-Door Canvassers

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The Thunder Bay Police Service is reminding residents to stay vigilant following reports of people going door-to-door claiming to represent the Salvation Army. The Salvation Army has confirmed that they are not conducting any door-to-door canvassing. Residents are urged not to provide money or personal information to anyone visiting your home claiming to be collecting donations for the Salvation Army. Legitimate volunteers with the Salvation Army are collecting donations at retail locations through their Christmas Kettle Campaign. The Canadian Red Cross has confirmed that they had been conducting legitimate door-to-door fundraising. That campaign was scheduled to end today. Residents should note the following identifiers of legitimate Red Cross canvassers: • They wear red vests. • They are knowledgeable about Red Cross programs. • They ask for electronic donations only — no cash or cheques are accepted. • They carry official identification, including a manager’s contact information on the back. Police encourage residents to use caution with any unsolicited door-to-door requests. When in doubt, do not provide payment or personal details. Instead, contact the organization directly through verified phone numbers or websites. Anyone who encounters suspicious canvassers or believes they may have been targeted by a scam should report it to police by calling 807-684-1200.

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