SCAM ALERT: Shoulder surfers
The Thunder Bay Police Service is urging residents to be aware of their surroundings when using a debit or credit card to make purchases.
Police have become aware that there are scammers who will closely watch customers when making purchases to obtain their personal identification number (PIN) before stealing the card, and then using it…
Police seize suspected drugs and handgun after executing search warrants
Seven people — five from the Greater Toronto Area — after police executed search warrants that resulted in the seizure of suspected drugs and a handgun.
Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit officers executed warrants at a residence on Windsor Street and at a residence on Picton Avenue on the evening of Tuesday, February 26. The…
Cyber Crime investigation leads to charges
A continued Cyber Crime Unit investigation has led to a local resident facing charges.
The Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit began an investigation in November 2024 after receiving a report that a local internet user was engaged in illegal activity.
Police seized multiple electronic devices from the suspect in December…
Message from Chief Darcy Fleury - February 2025
Earlier this month, city council approved the Thunder Bay Police Service 2025 net operating budget of $59.4 million. I am grateful to council and this community for its ongoing support.
Thunder Bay Police Service front-line officers and support staff remain dedicated to providing impactful policing, delivering a high return on investment…
Police investigating vehicle theft involving weapon
Police are searching for a suspect who stole a vehicle earlier this morning and fled from officers.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the 400 block of Memorial Avenue at about 5:45 a.m. on Wednesday, February 19, after receiving reports of a robbery that had occurred.
A male suspect approached…
Police arrest robbery suspect
An investigation has resulted in a suspect being arrested for robbery.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers responded to a commercial address on the 900 block of Fort William Road on Friday, February 7, after a robbery that had occurred.
A suspect had entered the business and stole merchandise while brandishing a…
Man arrested for impaired driving after collision with police vehicle
One person has been charged with impaired driving after being involved in a collision with a marked police vehicle.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were on patrol at the intersection of Balmoral Street and Oliver Road shortly before 8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, when the collision occurred.
The police…
Thunder Bay Police Service launching new online incident reporting system
The Thunder Bay Police Service today launched a new online reporting service, with Rubicon selected as the new provider.
The new system allows more types of non-emergency incidents to be reported online from the convenience of a computer, tablet or smartphone, while making it easier for users to upload photos or videos as evidence.
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Police arrest assault suspect
One person was arrested after police responded to a weapons call.
Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response officers were dispatched to the 1100 block of Lincoln Street shortly before 6:30 a.m. on Monday, February 10, after receiving reports of a weapons incident.
A male suspect had been seen with a firearm and had used the…
SCAM ALERT: Be aware of grandparent scam
The Thunder Bay Police Service is advising community members that the grandparent scam continues to target local residents.
Recently, the Thunder Bay Police Service received a report of a senior citizen receiving a scam call claiming that a family member had been in an accident and was being arrested for impaired driving, with money…