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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On October 2nd, 2024 at approximately 6:47 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision along Highway 61, near Arthur Street, within the City of Thunder Bay.

Through the investigation, it was determined that one of the drivers involved in the collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Leonard BEAVER, 42, of Webequie First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;

The accused has been released from custody & is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 6th, 2024.

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Furthermore, on that same day, October 2nd, 2024 at approximately 4:13 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment & Traffic Incident Management & Enforcement (TIME) team of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle along Highway 11-17, within the City of Thunder Bay.

Through the investigation, the driver was subsequently placed under arrest after refusing to provide a breath sample into an approved screening device (ASD).

As a result of the investigation, Michael VLASSOFF, 37, of Thunder Bay was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand;
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order;
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order;
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon;

The accused has been released from custody & is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 6th, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Shaquille EVELYN Was Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – An Ajax resident has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) and the Criminal Code (CC) following a search warrant in Thunder Bay.

The warrant was executed at a residence on Sleeping Giant Parkway in Thunder Bay on September 25, 2024, by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG). As a result, police seized approximately 380 grams of suspected cocaine, more than $20,000 in Canadian currency and fraudulent identification.

Shaquille EVELYN, age 32 of Ajax, was arrested for the following three CDSA and CC offences:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine)
  • Possession of proceeds of crime
  • Possession of an identity document

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 4, 2024.

The OPP would like to thank the Thunder Bay Police Service, Nishnawbe Aski Police Service and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for their support of the PGNG program.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Ashley RICHARD – Impaired Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 29th, 2024 at approximately 8:06 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay & Shabaqua Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for service regarding a motor vehicle collision along Highway 588, near Blaikie Road, within the Township of O’Connor.

Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver involved in the motor vehicle collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & further testing was administered.

As a result of the investigation, Ashley RICHARD, 39, of Thunder Bay, was charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation;
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand;

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 27th, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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3 Facing Numerous Firearms Charges

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Five individuals, including two from Toronto and one from Montreal, are facing a total of 31 firearms and drug trafficking charges after police executed search warrants at two residences in the east end of Thunder Bay.

Earlier this month, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG), comprised of members of 20 police services, including Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) and Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) began an investigation into drug trafficking activity in Thunder Bay. On September 19, 2024, two search warrants were executed at two residences on Finlayson Street and Heron Street by the OPP PGNG, NAPS and TBPS Emergency Tactical Unit.

Police seized two loaded handguns, ammunition, cell phones, an extended magazine, a small quantity of suspected fentanyl and approximately $10,000 in Canadian currency.

Travas GAYLE, age 34 of Toronto, has been charged with the following seven offences contrary to the Criminal Code (CC):

  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000
  • Possession of a firearm contrary to a prohibition order

Joanna-Marie ZANNIE, age 38 of Thunder Bay, Khalad HAOUARI, age 22 of Toronto and Gregory RULE, age 59 of Thunder Bay, and a young person, age 14 of Montreal, Quebec, have each been charged with the following six offences contrary to the CC:

  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000

The accused were remanded into custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on later dates.

The OPP would like to thank the TBPS, NAPS and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police for their support of the PGNG program.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Mike LOON – Drunk Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 21st, 2024 at approximately 7:20 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a traffic complaint along Highway 589, within the Township of Gorham.

The complaint vehicle was located & a traffic stop was initiated. Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Mike LOON, 50, of Slate Falls, Ontario was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 23rd, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Enforcement earlier this month has resulted in two individuals facing drug trafficking charges and the seizure of more than $100,000 in Canadian currency, as well as quantities of suspected cocaine and suspected fentanyl.

On September 4, 2024, a search warrant was executed in Thunder Bay by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG), comprised of members of 20 police services, including Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) and Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS). The TBPS Emergency Tactical Unit assisted in coordinating the search warrant.

Police seized the following:

  • Approximately 18 grams of suspected fentanyl
  • Approximately 114 grams of suspected cocaine
  • More than $100,000 Canadian currency
  • Approximately $600 United States currency

As a result of the investigation, Kenloyd ALEXIS-ROBINSON, 26 years old, of Chateauguay, Quebec, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code (CC) and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with the following five offences:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine – two counts
  • Trafficking cocaine
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Kendra-Lynn TERGIE, 25 years old, of Thunder Bay has been charged with the following three offences contrary to the CCand CDSA:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

The accused were remanded into custody and later released. They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 15, 2024.

The OPP would like to thank the Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) and Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) for their support of the PGNG program.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 16th, 2024 at approximately 11:22 p.m., officers from the Shabaqua & Thunder Bay Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle along Dawson Road, within the City of Thunder Bay.

Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Colin ROBERTSON, 47, of Thunder Bay was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 27th, 2024.

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Furthermore, on September 18th, 2024 at approximately 3:17 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a reduce impaired driving everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program along the Balsam Street off-ramp, within the City of Thunder Bay.

During the RIDE program, it was determined that one of the drivers had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Corey SPENCE, 38, of Thunder Bay was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 23rd, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 11th, 2024 at approximately 11:38 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol & conducted a traffic stop for a Highway Traffic Act offence along Highway 11-17 near Lakeshore Drive, within the Municipality of Shuniah.

Throughout the investigation, a search of the vehicle revealed suspected cocaine, fentanyl & other items related to drug trafficking. The total street value of the suspected cocaine & fentanyl that was seized is approximately $22,000.00.

Subsequently, four individuals were arrested for drug offences.

As a result of the investigation:

A 17-year-old, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Other Drugs, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;

Leshaunda MURRAY, 30, of London, Ontario, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Other Drugs, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle, contrary of the Highway Traffic Act;
  • Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit, contrary to the Highway Traffic Act;
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available, contrary to the Cannabis Control Act;

Sky BROWN, 31, of London, Ontario, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Other Drugs, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;

Kyler JOHNSON, 29, of Toronto, Ontario, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Other Drugs, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Breach of Recognizance, contrary to the Criminal Code;

The four accused were held in-custody for a bail hearing scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on September 12th, 2024.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Lori CHABOYER – Drunk Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On July 26th, 2024 at approximately 10:00 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program along Highway 591 near Island Lake Road, outside the City of Thunder Bay.

Through the R.I.D.E. program, it was determined that one of the driver’s had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Lori CHABOYER, 63-years-old, of Thunder Bay, was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);
  • Operation while impaired – Alcohol and drugs;
  • Dangerous operation;
  • Novice driver – B.A.C. (Blood Alcohol Concentration) above zero;
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor;

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on September 4th, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Darren ERICKSON – Drunk Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A R.I.D.E program in the City of Thunder Bay has led to impaired charges being laid.

On July 4, 2024, shortly before 1:30 a.m., members of the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a R.I.D.E program on Huron Avenue. A vehicle entered the program, and an alcohol screening device was administered.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver of the motor vehicle had been impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Darren ERICKSON, 54-years-old, of Thunder Bay has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on August 21, 2024.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

Drivers are reminded that the Mandatory Alcohol Screening law allows police with an approved alcohol screening device to demand a roadside breath sample from any lawfully stopped driver without having reasonable suspicion that a driver is alcohol impaired.

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Kristan MILLER: Drug Trafficking

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A Brampton resident is facing numerous charges following a search warrant execution in the City of Thunder Bay.

On June 21, 2024, shortly before 2:00 p.m., members of the Thunder Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit with the assistance of the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment, OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, and Thunder Bay Police Service, executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence on Newberry Crescent.

The investigation resulted in the arrest of one individual and the seizure of numerous suspected illicit substances including fentanyl, methamphetamine, ecstasy. Six rounds of ammunition, Canadian currency, and other items associated with drug trafficking were also seized.

As a result, Kristan MILLER, 31-years-old, of Brampton, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and CDSA with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methylenedioxyamphetamine (Ecstasy)

·        Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine  

·        Possession of Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts

·        Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay at a later date.

Any person with information regarding the illegal possession and trafficking of drugs should immediately contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Kristan MILLER Was Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A Brampton resident is facing numerous charges following a search warrant execution in the City of Thunder Bay.

On June 21, 2024, shortly before 2:00 p.m., members of the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, with the assistance of the Thunder Bay Police Service, executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence on Newberry Crescent.

The investigation resulted in the arrest of one individual and the seizure of numerous suspected illicit substances including approximately 144 grams of fentanyl, 11 grams of methamphetamine, two grams of ecstasy, and six rounds of ammunition. Canadian currency and other items associated with drug trafficking were also seized.

As a result, Kristan MILLER, 31-years-old, of Brampton, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and CDSA with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methylenedioxyamphetamine (Ecstasy)

·        Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine  

·        Possession of Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts

·        Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

The accused is being held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay at a later date.

Any person with information regarding the illegal possession and trafficking of drugs should immediately contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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2.4 Kilo Cocaine Bust

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – A Greater Toronto Area resident has been charged in connection with a drug trafficking investigation in Thunder Bay by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG), comprised of members of 20 police services, including Thunder Bay Police Service and Nishnawbe Aski Police Service.

On June 18, 2024, officers seized approximately 2.4 kilograms of suspected cocaine and two cell phones following a vehicle stop on Highway 11/17 in Shuniah Township.

As a result of the investigation, Alondra MOFFATT, 23 years old of Mississauga, has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking in cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on June 24, 2024.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Amy ROSE Was Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On June 19th, 2024 at approximately 9:50 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for service regarding a motor vehicle collision along Highway 61, within the City of Thunder Bay.

Through the investigation, it was determined that one of the drivers involved in the motor vehicle collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Amy ROSE, 43, of Edmonton, Alberta, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus);
  • Dangerous Operation;

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on July 31st, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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Navraj THIND Was Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – One individual has been arrested and charged with impaired operation following a motor vehicle collision in the City of Thunder Bay.  

On June 15, 2024, just after 11:00 p.m., members of the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a two-vehicle collision involving two passenger vehicles on Highway 61 in the City of Thunder Bay.

Through investigation, it was determined that one of the drivers was impaired by alcohol. The driver was subsequently placed under arrest and transported to local hospital by EMS for further testing.

As a result, Navraj THIND, 47-years-old, of Thunder Bay has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on July 24, 2024.

No serious injuries were reported to police as a result of the collision.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect that someone is driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.