Sudden Death Investigation 

 Bruce Street

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THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO January 3, 2019  (LSN) A post-mortem examination of a man found unconscious on a trail in the 200 block of Bruce Street on Saturday, Dec. 29 has been completed.

Incident Date:
Thursday, January 3, 2019 - 14:15
Incident Number:
P18078362
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2019-01-03

As a result, and out of respect for the family, the Thunder Bay Police Service will not be releasing further details.

 

THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO December 31, 2018  (LSN) The Thunder Bay Police Service responded to a 911 call about a possibly unconscious person on a trail near  (walking path between Bruse Street and Cox Cres) the 200 block of Bruce Street at about 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018.

Incident Number:
P18078362
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-12-31

Homicide #8
Jonathan Yellowhead from Fort Hope Indian Reserve #64
charge wtih Murder of Braiden Jacob

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THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO   December 15, 2018  (LSN) A 22 year old JONATHAN YELLOWHEAD appeared by video in W.A.S.H. (Weekend And Statutory Holiday) Court today, Saturday December 15,2018 from the Thunder Bay Police Station on Balmoral Street.
Her Worship, Denette Maslach is presiding. Provincial Crown Derrick Silvestro is here along with Duty Counsel Aranka Golphy 

For the Complete report from the Thunder Bay Courthouse

 

22-year-old male arrested in connection
with the homicide of
17-year-old Braiden Jacob.

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THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO - December 14, 2018  (LSN)  he Thunder Bay Police Service has arrested and charged a 22-year-old male in connection with the homicide of 17-year-old Braiden Jacob.
Working in conjunction with Nishnawbe-Aski Police Service officers, an arrest was made shortly after 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 14, 2018. The accused was transported to Thunder Bay where he remains in custody.

ncident Date:
Friday, December 14, 2018 - 20:45
Incident Number:
P18075118
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-12-14

The accused is scheduled to appear in court on Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018 to face a charge of second-degree murder. The identity of the accused is being withheld pending that court appearance.
On Sunday, Dec. 9 shortly after 11:30 a.m. officers were dispatched to the southern portion of Chapples Park after a passerby saw what they believed to be a body.

A post-mortem examination took place in Toronto on Thursday, Dec. 13. The results of the examination confirmed the body discovered was that of Braiden, who had been reported missing earlier.

 

 

 17-year-old Braiden Jacob
Thunder Bay's 8th  Homicide Victim 

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THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO - December 13, 2018 -  (LSN) Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating the death of 17-year-old Braiden JACOB as a homicide.

Officers were dispatched to the southern portion of Chapples Park shortly after 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 9 after a passerby saw what they believed might be a body.

Sudden death now a homicide investigation
Incident Date:
Thursday, December 13, 2018 - 17:15
Incident Number:
P18075118
Location:
Thunder Bay

A post-mortem examination took place in Toronto on Thursday, Dec. 13. The results of the examination confirmed the body discovered was that of Braiden, who had been reported missing earlier.

If you have any information that could assist police in investigating the homicide of Braiden, please call 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com. Published: 2018-12-13

Chapples Park

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THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO - December 10, 2018  (LSN) The Thunder Bay Police Service continues to investigate a sudden death that occurred over the weekend in Chapples Park.

UPDATE: Sudden Death Investigation
Incident Date:
Monday, December 10, 2018 - 15:45
Incident Number:
P18075118
Location:
Thunder bay
Date Published: 2018-12-10

Officers were dispatched to the southern portion of the park just after 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 9 after a passerby saw what they believed might be a body.
The body was sent to Toronto where a post-mortem is tentatively scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 12. More information is expected to be known following that post-mortem examination.

Police continue to hold the scene at Chapples Park.
Investigators are asking anyone who may have noticed any suspicious activity in the area prior to Sunday morning to contact police at 684-1200, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.

 

THUNDER BAY, ONTARIO - December 9, 2018  (LSN) The Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating a sudden death in the Chapples Park area.

Officers were dispatched to the park just after 11:30 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 9 after a passerby saw what they believed might be a body.

Sunday, December 9, 2018 - 14:15
Incident Number:
P18075118
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-12-09

Police are holding the scene and requesting the public stay away from the area while the investigation continues.

The investigation is in its very early stages and no other details can be confirmed at this time.

Homicide #7
Brodie at Arthur

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HOMICIDE SOUTH BRODIE STREET: UPDATE NO. 1
Incident Date:
Tuesday, November 13, 2018 - 11:00
Incident Number:
P18070939
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-11-13
The Thunder Bay Police Service continues to investigate a homicide that took place in a residence on the 300 block of South Brodie Street on Sunday, Nov. 11.

Police responded to the address following reports of possible gunfire. When they arrived they located a male with serious life-threatening injuries. Police, with the assistance of Superior North EMS paramedics and Thunder Bay Fire Rescue firefighters, began emergency medical treatment.

Geofrey Christopher CORBEIL, 35, of Thunder Bay, was transported to the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in an effort to save his life.

He was pronounced deceased shortly after 7 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11.

This is an ongoing investigation. The TBPS believes this to be a targeted incident and therefore there is no public safety concerns at this time.

If you have any information that could assist investigators please call police at 684-1200, or provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.

Incident Date:
Monday, November 12, 2018 - 07:15
Incident Number:
P18070939
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-11-12
Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to reports of possible gunfire in a residence on the 300 block of South Brodie Street just before 6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 11, 2018.
When officers arrived they found a male with serious life-threatening injuries. Police with the assistance of Superior North EMS paramedics and Thunder Bay Fire Rescue firefighters began emergency medical treatment.
The 35-year-old male was transported to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in efforts to save his life. The male was pronounced deceased shortly after 7 p.m.
The victim’s name is being withheld pending next of kin notification.
 

Homicide #6
Investigation Dufferin Street

UNRESPONSIVE PERSON INVESTIGATION NOW HOMICIDE
Incident Date:
Thursday, November 1, 2018 - 16:15
Incident Number:
P18068867
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-11-01
The female victim of an Oct. 29 assault at a Dufferin Street apartment died from her injuries on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018.

The next of kind have been notified. A post-mortem examination is expected to take place in Thunder Bay.

Investigators are expected to change a charge of Attempt Murder to Second-Degree Murder against Peter Keeash, 25.

Keeash remains in custody.

The investigation is ongoing.

Previous Release:
Unresponsive Person -- Update
Wednesday, October 31, 2018 - 13:30

The Thunder Bay Police Service has arrested a male in connection with an incident that took place in the 300 block of Dufferin Street just before 9 p.m. on Monday Oct. 29.

Officers responded to a call to an apartment following reports of an unresponsive person.

A woman was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.

Peter Keeash, 25, has been charged with Attempt Murder, Threats to Kill x 2, Forcible Confinement.

He has been remanded into custody with a future court date.

 

UNRESPONSIVE PERSON
Incident Date:
Tuesday, October 30, 2018 - 09:15
Incident Number:
P18068867
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-10-30
Thunder Bay Police Service officers were called to an apartment in the 300 block of Dufferin Street just before 9 p.m. on Monday Oct. 29 for reports of an unresponsive person.

One woman was transported to hospital with serious injuries.

The Thunder Bay Police Service is holding the scene as an investigation into the incident continues.

 

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION 200 block of Cumming St

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION

Incident Date:
Friday, November 2, 2018 - 14:15
Incident Number:
P18068922
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-11-02
Roger Donald MCKAY, 34, of Thunder Bay appeared in court on a charge of First-Degree Murder on Oct. 31, 2018. He was remanded to the district jail. The ongoing investigation has led to this charge being dropped.

He was released from jail unconditionally on Nov. 1.

Marlene Lou KWANDIBENS, 37, Terryl Nicole Irene MICHON, 21, and Darren Steven OOMBASH, 24, all of Thunder Bay, remain in custody each charged with First-Degree Murder.

A post-mortem examination of the victim is expected to take place in Toronto.

The investigation is ongoing.

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 - 13:30
Incident Number:
P18068922
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-10-31
The Thunder Bay Police Service has arrested and charged four people with First-Degree Murder.

The deceased female has been identified as Ashley Chantal MCKAY, 25, of Thunder Bay. Her next of kin have been notified.

Officers have been actively canvassing the

area and investigators are awaiting the results of the post-mortem examination. The crime scene remains under police control.

Anyone with information about the death of McKay is asked to contact the police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com.

Marlene Lou KWANDIBENS, 37, Roger Donald MCKAY, 34, Terryl Nicole Irene MICHON, 21, and Darren Steven OOMBASH, 24, all of Thunder Bay, each face a charge of First-Degree Murder.

All accused have been remanded into custody with a future court date.

 

Incident Date:
Tuesday, October 30, 2018 - 09:30
Incident Number:
P18068922
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-10-30
Thunder Bay Police are currently investigating a death that occurred in an apartment in the 200 block of Cumming Street and are investigating it as a homicide.

Patrol officers were called to that location at approximately 5:30 a.m. on October 30th, 2018.

The scene is currently being held by police.

This investigation is ongoing.

6 TRILLIUM WAY FIRE

Incident Date:
Wednesday, October 17, 2018 - 15:45
Incident Number:
P18066392
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-10-17
Tracey Claudette Mawakeesic, 48-year-old of Thunder Bay appeared in court today after being charged in relation to the structural fire earlier this week that claimed the life of 30-year-old Kyle Malcolm Stoney and sent a 23-year-old female to hospital where she remains in critical condition.

Police investigators spoke to witnesses and viewed video surveillance to determine that Mawakeesic was to be charged with Criminal Negligence Causing Death and Criminal Negligence Causing Bodily Harm. She was located at a Trillium Way residence just after 5:30 p.m. on October 16, 2018 and taken into custody without incident.

Police are awaiting the results of the post mortem as well as the results of the Fire Marshall's examination.

This investigation is ongoing.

Incident Date:
Tuesday, October 16, 2018 - 21:15
Incident Number:
P18066392
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-10-16
Investigation by the Thunder Bay Police Criminal Investigation Branch into the fire at 6 Trillium Way on Monday 15 October 2018, has lead to the arrest of a 48 year old female.

The female has been charged with Causing Death by Criminal Negligence and Causing Bodily Harm by Criminal Negligence.

The female will appear in court tomorrow morning.

The investigation continues.

 

Homicide Investigation
North Algoma Street

Algoma Street Homicide - UPDATE

Incident Date:
Wednesday, September 5, 2018 - 15:45
Incident Number:
P18059044
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-09-05
The victim of the Algoma Street homicide has been identified as David Hugh Sweeney, 59-years-old of Thunder Bay. His next of kin have been notified and the post mortem has been completed.
Police continue to hold the residence on North Algoma Street as part of the ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to contact the police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com.
 

Homicide Investigation
Incident Date:
Tuesday, September 4, 2018 - 10:45
Incident Number:
P18059044
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-09-04
The Thunder Bay Police Service continues to investigate the death of a 59 year old male found in at a North Algoma Street residence as a homicide.

The residence remains under police control pending the results of the post mortem.
Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area between noon and 9:00 p.m. on August 31, 2018 is asked to contact police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com.

Suspicious Death Investigation
Incident Date:
Saturday, September 1, 2018 - 09:15
Incident Number:
P18059044
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-09-01
The Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating a suspicious death on North Algoma Street. Officers remain on scene.

Further information will be made available as the investigation develops.
Investigators are looking for citizens with outdoor surveillance cameras in the area of North Algoma Street between River Street and Red River Road to call them at 684-1200.
Anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in the area between noon and 9:00 p.m. on August 31, 2018 is asked to contact police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com.

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DECEASED MALE IDENTIFIED

Incident Date:
Sunday, September 9, 2018 - 15:45
Incident Number:
P18059133
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-09-09
The deceased male located in the Kaministiquia River on September 1, 2018 has been identified as 42 year-old Geoffrey Francis of Thunder Bay.

His next of kin has been notified of his death.

The Thunder Bay Police Service is requesting the public's assistance with this ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about the recent activities or associates of Geoffery Francis is asked to contact police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com.

BODY RECOVERED IN KAMIINISTIQUA RIVER UPDATE

Body Recovered in the Kaministiquia River - UPDATE
Incident Date:
Tuesday, September 4, 2018 - 13:30
Incident Number:
P18059133
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-09-04
Investigators are awaiting the results of the post mortem to assist with confirming the identity of the male found deceased in the Kaministiquia River on the weekend.

Body Recovered in the Kaministiquia River - UPDATE
Date Published: 2018-09-04
Investigators are awaiting the results of the post mortem to assist with confirming the identity of the male found deceased in the Kaministiquia River on the weekend.

Incident Date:
Saturday, September 1, 2018 - 15:15
Incident Number:
P18059133
Location:
Kam River
Date Published: 2018-09-01
Thunder Bay Police are investigating the recovery of a body from the Kaministiqua River.The investigation is in the early stages.

The deceased male appears to be in his 40's or 50's.

Race is unknown at this time.

There are two photos attached that show the clothing on the deceased at the time of the recovery.

The first photo shows a distinct T-shirt, bush shirt and jacket worn by the deceased.

 

The second photo shows the brand of shoe worn by the deceased.The brand of shoe is "MOZO". This brand of shoe is known to be worn by people who work in the culinary field.

 

 

 

 

Thunder Bay Police are looking for the public's assistance in identifying the deceased through the photos of the clothing provided.

Anyone with information should contact police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com

WATER RECOVERY

Incident Date:
Saturday, September 1, 2018 - 10:00
Incident Number:
P18059133
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-09-01
Emergency services were dispatched to the area of Dock Street at approximately 8:20 a.m. on September 1, 2018 on report of a citizen locating a body in the Kaministiquia River.

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue conducted a water recovery of a deceased male.

Police are holding the scene at this time as it is in the early stages of this investigation.

This investigation is ongoing.

 

 

 

HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
Amelia Corrie Sainnawap

Incident Date:
Saturday, August 25, 2018 - 16:15
Incident Number:
P18057403
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-08-25
Police have released the Cumming Street homicide location that they have had contained since the early Wednesday morning.

This investigation remains active and ongoing.

Investigators would like anyone with information regarding this incident to contact police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com .

Incident Date:
Friday, August 24, 2018 - 14:45
Incident Number:
P18057403
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-08-24
Police have identified 31-year-old Amelia Corrie Sainnawap as the person found deceased on August 22, 2018 in the 100 block of Cumming Street.

Her family has been notified of her death. The Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating this incident as a homicide.

Police presence will remain high in the area as the investigation is active and ongoing.

The scene will remain secured by police until further notice.

A photo of Amelia, also known as Corrie, is being released by investigators.

Anyone who has seen Ms. Sainnawap within the last week or with information regarding this incident is asked to call the police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com.

Incident Date:
Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - 18:00
Incident Number:
P18057403
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-08-22
The Thunder Bay Police Service remains on scene in the 100 block of Cumming Street to secure the area where the deceased person was located.

Police are appealing to the public to come forward with information about this incident or any suspicious activity in this area around midnight on August 22, 2018.

Anyone with information is asked to call the police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.p3tips.com.

Wednesday, August 22, 2018 - 08:00
Incident Number:
P18057403
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-08-22
Thunder Bay Police are currently investigating the discovery of a deceased person in the 100 block of Cumming Street shortly after midnight.

Further information will be available as it becomes known.

Police are asking that any member of the public with information concerning this incident contact the police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.P3tips.com

 

 

 

RUPERT STREET SUDDEN DEATH INVESTIGATION - UPDATE

Incident Date:
Friday, April 20, 2018 - 09:15
Incident Number:
P18032796
Location:
Thunder Bay
Date Published: 2018-04-20
A post-mortem was conducted in relation to a sudden death on Rupert Street on April 1, 2018. As a result it has been determined to be a Coroner's investigation.

 

The Thunder Bay Police Service will continue to assist the Coroner's Office in their investigation.

 

Original Release
April 3, 2018

Sudden Death Investigation

Police attended this residence on April 1, 2018 and discovered a deceased person within the home. A post mortem was conducted on today's date and the police are treating this death as suspicious.

Police are holding the scene. The investigation is continuing.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the police at 684-1200 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.tipsubmit.com

Charles Casmey Arrested
for murder of Joseph Pruys 

Incident Date: 

Friday, March 2, 2018 - 11:15

Incident Number: 

P18027907

Location: 

Thunder Bay

Date Published: 2018-03-02

A very extensive police investigation resulted in the arrest of 31 year old Charles Norman Casmey in relationship to a homicide that occurred on February 26, 2018.

Members of various units with the TBPS worked in conjunction with resources supplied by the Ontario Provincial Police to contain and evacuate the 500 block of McTavish Street last night. Eventually Charles Casmey was taken into custody when he surrendered to police at approximately 9:25 p.m.

Charles Casmey will appear in court this morning charged with:

· Second Degree Murder
· Assault Causing Bodily Harm
· Fail to Comply with Recognizance

The TBPS woudl like to thank the residents in the affected vicinity for their cooperation in allowing for a swift evacuation of their residences. This cooperation was imperative for public safety and allowing for a successful outcome.

 

Homicide 500 block of McLaughlin Street

Incident Date: 

Monday, February 26, 2018 - 13:30

Incident Number: 

P18027907

Location: 

Thunder Bay

Date Published: 2018-02-26

Thunder Bay Police Service is currently investigating a homicide that occurred early this morning at a residence in the 500 block of McLaughlin Street.

A 911 call from a female was received at 5:40 a.m. requesting police and ambulance to attend the residence. When officers arrived they located a 63 year old male who was deceased and a 25 year old female who was injured.

The female was taken to the hospital by ambulance, treated and released. The victims and the suspect in this incident are known to each other.

Charles Norman Casmey, 31 year old of Thunder Bay is arrestable for Second-Degree Murder and Assault Causing Bodily Harm. He is considered armed and dangerous. The police are advising the public to make no attempt to interact with him and to call 911 if he is observed in public. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to contact the police or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or www.tipsubmit.com .

The residence is currently being held by police and the investigation continues.

Male Wanted for Second-Degree Murder

Charles Norman Casmey, 31 year old of Thunder Bay

 

 

 

HOMICIDE Nicholas Wendal BAXTER

North Cumberland Street Homicide Update

Incident Date: 

Friday, February 9, 2018 - 15:30

Incident Number: 

P18025303

Location: 

Thunder Bay

Date Published: 2018-02-09

The victim in the February 5th North Cumberland Street homicide has been identified as 28-year-old Nicholas Wendal BAXTER of Thunder Bay.

The second person charged in connection to the homicide appeared before court on February 8th and has been remanded into custody to February 14th, 2018.

Rachel Mary Moonias 36 years of Thunder Bay is charged with Accessory After Fact to Murder.

HOMICIDE 

Incident Date: 

Wednesday, February 7, 2018 - 16:00

Incident Number: 

P18025303

Location: 

Thunder Bay

Date Published: 2018-02-07

Just before 2:30 p.m. on February 5th, 2018, police attended a motel in the 400 block of Cumberland Street North.

A 28 year old male was taken to Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences where he was declared deceased.

A post mortem examination is expected to occur in Toronto on Thursday, February 8th.

The name of the deceased will not be released pending notification of next of kin.

Christopher Achneepineskum, 45 years old of Thunder Bay has been charged with Homicide in the 1st Degree.

He appeared before video court Wednesday morning and has been remanded in custody with a court date of February 15th, 2018.

A 36 year old female is also in custody and has been charged with Accessory After Fact to Murder.

The name of the female accused will be released after she makes her first court appearance on February 8th, 2018.