Police urge residents to be cautious of driveway scams

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Location: Thunder Bay

The Thunder Bay Police Service is continuing to warn members of the public about door-to-door driveway paving and repair scams.

These types of incidents have been popping up across the province, including in Eastern Ontario. At least one recent report has been received locally.

Those involved in these schemes are persuasive and…

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UPDATE: Man arrested after using ATV to flee from officers

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TB24012557
Location: Thunder Bay

Tips from the public helped lead to the identification of a suspect who operated an all-terrain vehicle to flee from police officers last month.

On Saturday, March 30, Thunder Bay Police Service officers were dispatched to the area of High Street and Oliver Road after receiving reports of two males on an ATV who were not wearing helmets…

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Chief Darcy Fleury

Message from Chief Darcy Fleury - April 2024

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Statement from Thunder Bay Police Service Chief Darcy Fleury

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Location: Thunder Bay

I recognize the families who were present today and extend my deepest condolences to the loved ones and communities of those tragically lost. My thoughts are with those who continue to feel the pain and trauma of loss.

We will continue to do our work to achieve the closure they deserve, including fully cooperating in any investigations…

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Pictured with the Elders are Police Chief Darcy Fleury, S/Sgt. Jason Anderson, Community Inclusion Team Coordinator Jan Ritchie, and Indigenous Liaison Officer Cst. Bob Simon.

TBPS hosts meet and greet with community Elders

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Location: Thunder Bay

A meet and greet took place yesterday with community Elders and members of the Thunder Bay Police Service.

We are grateful to the Elders who work with our Community Inclusion Team for sharing their time and wisdom. Police Chief Darcy Fleury shared a gift with Elder Darrel Mandamin.

Miigwech to:         …

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Police arrest attempted murder suspect

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TB24011820
Location: Thunder Bay

Police have arrested a suspect in connection to a shooting incident that occurred last month.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to an address on Trillium Court on the afternoon of Sunday, March 24 after receiving multiple reports of a shooting.

A male victim was located with serious injuries. He was transported to the…

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Joint statement from Thunder Bay Police Service and Thunder Bay Police Services Board

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Location: Thunder Bay

The following is a joint statement from the Thunder Bay Police Service and the Thunder Bay Police Service Board:

Since the OPP launched its investigation in 2022, members of the Thunder Bay Police Service have continued day in and day out serving our community.

The Thunder Bay Police Service Board, through the guidance of…

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Simpson Street collision

Investigation continues after vehicle collides into Simpson Street building

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Location: Thunder Bay

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Weekend single-vehicle collisions result in impaired driving charges

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TB24013712 / TB24013734
Location: Thunder Bay

Two people face impaired driving charges after being involved in separate collisions over the weekend.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers with the Primary Response Branch were dispatched to the 100 block of Vickers Street North just after 9:45 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 for a single-vehicle collision.

A vehicle had collided with a…

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Trace

Thunder Bay Police Service introduces new canine member

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Location: Thunder Bay

The Thunder Bay Police Service is pleased to introduce a recent addition — Trace.

Trace is an Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) canine and is a member of the Cyber Crime Unit, working alongside handler Det./Cst. Joel Manherz. He is trained to identify the scent of Triphenylphosphine oxide (TPPO), which is a chemical used in electronic…

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