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One Dead – Levi Michael LAWSON Arrested

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One person has been charged after human remains were discovered over the weekend.

Thunder Bay Police Service officers located a deceased individual in the area of the 800 block of Finlayson Street and the 400 block of McKellar Street North on the afternoon of Saturday, December 14.

The Thunder Bay Police Service will not be publicly releasing the identity of the individual at this time.

Members of the Major Crimes Unit and Forensic Identification Unit became involved in the investigation.

A suspect was arrested by members of the Major Crimes Unit and Intelligence Unit on Tuesday, December 17.

Levi Michael LAWSON, 24, is charged with Indignity to a Human Body.

The accused appeared in court on Wednesday and has been remanded into custody with a future appearance date of December 23, 2024.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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Missing Person – Deborah ANISHINABIE

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The Thunder Bay Police Service is issuing a renewed request for public assistance in locating missing person Deborah ANISHINABIE.

Deborah was last seen in the early morning hours of Thursday, December 5 in the area of the 100 block of Simpson Street.

Deborah is described as an Indigenous female with long black hair and brown eyes, and approximately 5’1” tall and 180 lbs. Debra has a star tattoo on her left shoulder and several smaller tattoos on both of her arms.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Investigators have spoken to potential witnesses, patrolled areas of interest, and canvassed for surveillance footage. Drones have also been utilized to assist with the search efforts.

Investigators are asking members of the public in the southern and eastern portions of the city — particularly in areas between Simpson Street, May Street, and Northern Avenue — to check their properties, outbuildings and laneways. Residents in these areas are also asked to review any home or business surveillance camera footage. Anyone driving in this area during the early morning of hours of December 5 who captured dash camera video is also asked to review that footage.

Anyone who believes they have found something relevant that may assist the investigation is asked to contact police immediately.

If you have any information about her whereabouts, please contact police at (807) 684-1200. Submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.

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Fatal Pedestrian Collision – John O’Donnell Arrested

On Wednesday, October 9, 2024, shortly after 10:14 AM, the Sarnia Police Service and Lambton Emergency Medical Services responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian and a pickup truck at the intersection of Christina Street and George Street in Sarnia.

Upon arrival, emergency responders determined that a 69-year-old male pedestrian from Sarnia had sustained severe injuries after being struck by the pickup truck. Tragically, the victim later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

The Sarnia Police Service – Traffic Services Unit conducted a comprehensive investigation into the incident. As a result, John O’Donnell (47) of Plympton Township has been charged with Careless Driving Causing Death under the Highway Traffic Act. Mr. O’Donnell has been issued a Provincial Offences Summons and is scheduled to appear in court to answer to the charge.

This tragic incident underscores the critical importance of road safety and its shared responsibility. The Sarnia Police Service urges all road users—both drivers and pedestrians—to exercise caution, particularly at high-risk areas such as intersections where pedestrian and vehicle interactions are frequent.