Crime of the Week
Arson
Break & Enter- Arson (P08020690)Crime Stoppers and the Fire Marshall’s office are looking for your help in indentifying the person(s) responsible for the arson to an apartment on the City’s north side.
On Thursday February 28, 2008 @9pm Thunder Bay Fire Department responded to an alarm from an apartment building in the Academy Area. Upon arrival they found a first floor apartment engulfed in flames. The fire was extinguished and the following investigation deemed the fire to be suspicious in nature, and deemed to be arson.
The occupant was not home at the time and it is believed that access was gained from the ground floor patio door. These would be thieves then set the fire for no apparent reason.
It is most fortunate that there were no serious injuries occurring, but the occupants did have to endure the cold weather conditions until it was deemed safe to re-enter their apartments. The fire caused major damage to the unit and there was some smoke and water damage to the rest of the building.
Please, if you have any information on this arson, do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers @ 1-800-222-8477.
Theft
Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment continue to investigate the theft of a large quantity of fuel from an area work site.On Tuesday, the 13th of June Police received a report that 5,000 litres of coloured fuel was stolen from a working gravel pit on Kam-Current road. This is a rural area just north of the City off of Dog Lake Rd. and Hwy. # 102.
Also stolen in the theft was a tool box that had been mounted in the box of a pickup truck.
Access to the fuel was gained by prying open a locked cover on a power panel for a fuel storage tank. Police suspect that a large commercial vehicle with large operational fuel tanks or one with the storage capacity to carry this amount of fuel was used in this theft.
If you have any information on this or any other crime…contact Crime Stoppers!
Arson
Arson (P08030891)
Crime Stoppers and the Office of the Ontario Fire Marshall could use your help in identifying those responsible for an arson committed in the City’s South Core.
On Thursday April 24, 2008 @ midnight Emergency Services responded to a house fire on the 100 block of Bethune Street. When the Fire responded the structure was engulfed in flames.
The blaze was extinguished and investigation by the Fire Marshall deemed the fire to be suspicious in origin. The good news was no one was seriously injured. The disturbing fact was that there were people asleep when the fire was set.
If you have any information on this arson or know who is responsible, do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers @ 1-800-222-8477. Your call is anonymous and you never have to testify in court.Break & Enter
On Sunday June 1, 2008 Police attended at Rosslyn Service as they had been the victim of a break and enter.
Overnight person(s) unknown gained access to the compound by cutting the chain link fencing. The culprits then moved a flatbed trailer and loaded two septic tanks onto this trailer. Also taken was a quantity of plastic piping. This piping was 4” diameter and 10’ in length.
The septic tanks were described as made by Equinox Industries and are only sold by Rosslyn Service for the Northwest District. The trailer was described as a black Advantage single axle with a wire mesh loading ramp.
Witness indicated that a late 80’s early 90’s black GMC/Chevy pick up truck was observed in the area pulling a trailer on McGregor Road early Sunday morning.
If you have any information on this break and enter or have heard of someone getting a great deal on an Equinox Septic tank, call Crime Stoppers.
Break & Enter
This week Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying the two males responsible for a break and enter.On Friday May 02 @ 1am police responded to an alarm at Aaron’s Sales and Service. Upon arrival police found that the glass door had been smashed out.
The thieves were able to remove two flat screen TV’s from the show room. Surveillance video shows the two culprits leaving the store with the TV’s.
A check of the area, police were able to locate the TV’s. It appears that the culprits had stashed the units to be picked up later when the “heat” was off. Or the quick response of the police caused the thieves to stash the units to effect their escape.
Descriptions of the suspects is as follows: #1 male wearing a 2 tone white and grey top w/ toque #2 blue hoodie with the hood pulled around his face.
If you know the identity of these two thieves, call Crime Stoppers. You call could earn you a cash reward!
Mischief to Tap Houses – Over $5,000.00
Crime Stoppers is looking for your help in identifying the person and/or persons responsible for the damage done to the waterfill station located at the Hwy 61/Mount Forest intersection.
On Saturday April 26, 2008 it was discovered that overnight person(s) unknown had vandalized the water station.
Damage to the water station was extensive. The culprit(s) smashed the touch key pads, the card readers and the control panel covers were pried open. The water station was rendered useless as a result of this mischief. The station was off line until the damage could be fixed.
Unfortunately this is not the first time this has occurred. This new act of mischief destroyed the parts that were just replaced from an incident on Feb 20th.
If you know who committed these acts of mischief do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers!
Break and Enter
Crime Stoppers is looking for your help in identifying the persons responsible for this break and enter.
On April 26, 2008 @1:45am police responded to an alarm at the LCBO Store on FortWilliam Road. The call indicated that glass had been smashed.
Upon arrival police found that the glass to the main doors had been smashed out. Information indicated that two males wearing hoodies on were dropped off at the location by a green minivan. The van then drove away and the males smashed the glass and entered the store. They emerged carrying an undisclosed number of bottles. The van returned picked up the males and sped away north bound on FortWilliam Road at a high rate of speed.
This vehicle was later recovered on 106th Ave in a ditch. It appears that these bandits then stole another vehicle and drove off. This vehicle was later found abandoned after striking a fence in the City’s East End.
There were a number of hit and runs and stolen vehicles that night and police believe these culprits are responsible for these incidents as well.
If you know who is responsible for this night of mayhem, do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers!
Hit and Run
Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment are looking to identify the driver and locate a motor vehicle involved in a hit and run pedestrian collision.
This hit and run took place at about 3:30 in the morning on Sunday, the 6th of April on Highway 130 adjacent to Municipal Golf Course. This is an area just north of Rosslyn Rd. and south of Hwy. 11/17. A female jogger running with traffic south bound on the west shoulder of Hwy. 130 was struck by a north bound vehicle. This north bound vehicle gradually crossed over the south bound lane to strike the victim in the left arm and leg.
The involved vehicle is described as being white in colour and quite possibly a Chevrolet Impala. Police suspect that there may be damage to the driver side of the vehicle, particularly in the area of the door mirror.
If you have any information on this vehicle or the driver responsible for this collision…call Crime Stoppers!
Break and Enter
This week Crime Stoppers is looking for information on the person/persons responsible for 2 day time break and enters.
On April 11, 2008 @1:40pm police responded to the area of Ray Blvd and Beresford Ave. Information indicated that the home owner came home and was confronted by an intruder in the residence.
The intruder was in the process of robbing the home when confronted by the owner. The intruder was questioned as to why he was in the house; the response was he was looking for Kevin. The intruder then fled by the home owner and left the house. He was last seen running on Beresford.
The second incident was on April 17, 2008 @ 4pm on the 200 Block of College Street. In this incident a female resident came home and found a male intruder in the home. This intruder was questioned by the resident as to his reason in the home and the response was he was there to drop off some books. The intruder then fled the home and was last seen north bound in the lane way.
The description of the intruder in the first instance was described as follows: Male Caucasian, 5’10” tall brown hair. He was last seen wearing a brown or olive colour jacket with grey pants. He was also described as well kept and clean cut in appearance.
The description of the second intruder is as follows: Male Caucasian, mid 20’s 6’ -62” tall, 180lbs and unshaven with short messy hair. He was last seen wearing a navy blue hoodie, blue jeans and black hiking boots. Male was also reported to smell of cigarettes.
If you information on these crimes please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or on the web, thunderbaydistrictcrimestoppers.com.
Arson
This week Crime Stoppers is looking for information on a number of arsons committed in the City’s East End.
The Fire Marshall’s office indicated that between May 2007 and October 2007 no less then 5 arsons were reported in this area.
The 500 Block of McPherson Street in particular was the scene of at least 3 of these fires.
In one instance a truck was set ablaze and was totally destroyed. Other fires were set in wood piles just off the back lanes. The good news was that there were no injuries as a result of these arsons.
Crime Stoppers is seeking information from witnesses to these arsons. If you saw someone commit these crimes please contact Crime Stoppers @ 1-800-222-8477 or on the web at thunderbaydistrictcrimestoppers.com.
Illegal Handguns
Gun crime is on the increase in many Canadian cities and this is probably no different for the City and District of Thunder Bay.
Of these guns many are handguns that are often used in homicides, assaults, and armed robberies. Most are illegally obtained through theft and smuggling.
There’s no doubt that handguns are highly sought after and are in deed a commodity for many criminal organizations. Street prices can be as little as a few hundred dollars.
Let’s do our part to keep illegal guns off of our streets. If you have any information on persons dealing or in the possession of illegal handguns…call Crime Stoppers! We’ll pay cash rewards for any illegal or stolen handgun recovered by police.
False Fire Alarms
Crime Stoppers is looking for information on persons responsible for false fire alarms.Not only is pulling a fire alarm a dumb idea it is a criminal offence. By pulling the fire alarm you are not only diverting resources by having them respond, someone could get injured by the mere act of responding. Remember only you know the alarm is false, the emergency units that are responding believing the call is real and are responding accordingly.
Remember even though it is a false alarm, the crews on scene must now ensure that there is nothing wrong. The building has to be searched and the alarm system has to be checked and then reset. This takes time and if a real emergency occurs now, this crew will not be able to attend until the false alarm is cleared!
If you know someone that likes to pull fire alarms, call Crime Stoppers!
Door to Door Canvassing
This week Crime Stoppers would like to take this opportunity ensure that you are not the victim of someone fraudulently canvassing for a local charity.Door to door canvassing is conducted by a number of local charities to raise not only funds for the program but awareness as well.
These volunteers attend a number of workshops and interviews prior to being authorized to canvass for funds. It is these workshops and interviews that will “weed” out the people who have other motives that are not all that altruistic in nature.
The volunteer is then issued their canvass kit and assigned a specific area to cover. These kits vary from organization but in general will include: an id tag, pamphlets, an official receipt book, and envelops that can be mailed in, if you do not feel comfortable giving a donation at your door.
Please remember, there is nothing wrong in giving a donation to a canvasser and supporting a worthy cause. But if your donation is given to an imposter does that really help the program?
The following are a few of the things to look out for: is the person canvassing at a reasonable time? Do they have an official receipt book? Do they have the mail in envelops? Are they only asking for cash donations only? Are they asking the cheque be made payable to something other then the charity?
If you have any questions or concerns, ask the canvasser for clarification and if that does clear up your concerns contact the organization the person is representing and explain your concerns. If there is no one at the organization when you call and you feel the person is not legitimate then please contact your local police to investigate.
Mischief
Crime Stoppers is looking for your help to identify the person(s) responsible for the theft or remove of street signs.Street signs have long been a target of theft or mischief by people who have little respect for public property. These people believe the sign would look better on their bedroom wall or knocked down rather then in its assigned location.
Crime Stoppers is asking these people to think of the consequences should a sign be removed or knocked over. A driver unfamiliar with the area could drive through an intersection, if a stop sigh was tampered with. Someone suffering from heart failure could die if a street sign was knocked down. These are just a couple of the consequences if you remove or knock down the signs.
Just remember, taking the sign is theft, having the sign, is possession of stolen property (the signs are not thrown out or given away) or mischief if the sign is bent over or pulled out. You could be charge criminally and be held accountable civilly for these acts.
Remember these signs are there for a specific purpose and are not to be tampered with. Doing so could put someone’s life in jeopardy.
If you know of anyone stealing these signs, call Crime Stoppers!
Robbery
Crime Stoppers and the Neighbourhood Police Unit, North Core, could use your help in identifying the 3 males responsible for this brazen robbery.On Tuesday March 05, 2008 @ 2:45 pm Police responded to a report of a robbery in progress. Police attended in the 200 block of Park Avenue and spoke to the victim.
The victim told police that she had just parked her car was walking into the office building. She was approached by 3 young males. One of the males grabbed her and then threw her to the ground. He then took her purse. The three then ran off with the purse and its contents. Some of the contents of the purse were later found in the Machar Street area.
The descriptions of the suspects were: all 3 were Native Canadian males 18-20 years of age. One was reported to be wearing a black jacket with white hoodie. One suspect was seen wearing a white/black camo jacket.
The victim of this robbery sustained a minor injury, it was treated and she was released from TBDHSC.
If you know the people responsible for this robbery, do the right thing, Call Crime Stoppers.
Counterfeit Money
A series of 20 dollar notes have been found circulating in the city. At first look these notes appear to be real. But of course once under close scrutiny these notes are found to be counterfeit
Crime Stoppers encourages all retailers and the public to visit the Bank of Canada’s web site to find out more on the security features on Canadian Bank notes. Go to www.bankofcanada.ca/en/banknotes and check out the security features found on your money.
If you find yourself in possession of one of these counterfeit bills, please call the non emergency line to the local police. They will instruct you on what to do. Crime Stoppers has training handbooks available to local merchants that wish to train their staff in identifying counterfeit money. These training handbooks are free and are being provided by the Bank of Canada. Contact the Crime Stoppers office to get your training handbook.
With the advancement of copiers and computer programs the passing of counterfeit money appears to be an increasing problem for police.If you have any information on persons printing and/or passing counterfeit money…call Crime Stoppers!
Robbery
On Saturday February 16, 2008 @ 7:15pm Thunder Bay Police responded to the Court/Villa Street area as a 911 call indicated a person was just robbed at knife point.
The victim was interviewed by police and the following is the victim’s account of the event. The victim was walking on Court Street nearing the Villa Street intersection. A male approached and asked for some money. The victim told the suspect that he did not have any money and to leave him alone. This is when the accused pulled out a knife and placed it on his throat. It was at this point the victim removed his billfold from his back pocket and gave it to the robber. The robber then was last seen running westbound on Villa Street.
The robber was described as Native Canadian Male approximately 6’-6’3” tall, thin build long black hair. He was reported to be wearing a touque. He got away with an undisclosed amount of cash. The victim was not hurt but nevertheless a bit shaken up.
If you know the identity of the person responsible for this robbery, call Crime Stoppers!Theft of Snow Machine
Crime Stoppers is looking for help in either locating a stolen snow machine or identifying the person responsible for stealing it.Thunder Bay Police received a complaint of a stolen snow machine from
the JohnStreet Road
area on 30 Jan.
At the time of the theft the snow machine was being stored in the
backyard of the residence. When the
victim went to check on the snow machines on Jan 30 this machine was discovered
stolen. It is believed that the machine
was started and driven off the property through the creek.
The stolen snow machine was described as a 1990 Polaris bearing plate number 635406 and a vehicle identification number of 1724352.
If you know the location of this stolen Polaris snow machine or the person who stole it, do the right thing, call Crime Stoppers!
Mischief - Graffiti
This week through Crime Stoppers Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment are looking to identify the persons responsible for a senseless act of mischief.Sometime from about mid November to the end of December of last year the TBay Tel exchange building on Lakeshore Drive in Shuniah Twp. was spray painted with symbols and letters in a dark green paint.
Targeted
was the front door and a hydro meter but paint was also located on the rear wall
of the building.
This type
of graffiti or tagging as it’s called by those that perpetrate this type of
crime is becoming an increasing problem for Communities across Ontario. Ask those that have had their property
vandalized…this is not art but a criminal act of mischief that is often gang
related.
Theft - ATV
Crime Stoppers is looking for your help in either identifying the person responsible for the theft of an ATV or the location of the stolen ATV.Police responded to a residence in the Blucher Avenue area on January 27, 2008. Police were informed that overnight an ATV was removed from a locked storage shed.
Investigation showed that the lock was removed from the shed and the ATV was pulled out. Tracks revealed the ATV was moved to the neighbour’s yard and it appears the thief was able to start the ATV. Due to lack of snow and dry pavement, there were no tracks. It is most likely the ATV was loaded onto a truck that was waiting on Walkover Street.
The stolen ATV was described as a 2006 Honda 400EX quadrunner black in colour and bore the license 39MR7.
If you know who stole this ATV or the location of the Quadrunner, do the right thing, call Crime Stoppers!
Mischief
Police responded to an alarm at the Ridgeway Clinic on 14Jan @ 1230 at
night. The alarm was set off by a window
being smashed. Police responded and it
appears that the culprit was unable to gain entry into the clinic.
Witnesses described the culprit as follows: Male Caucasian 6’ tall, very skinny. Suspect was seen wearing a “bomber” style hat
with the ear flaps up, boots with the tongues hanging out. This suspect was seen getting into a red four
door compact car.
A short time later, a south side pharmacy was robbed by a male with a
hammer and the description of this culprit is very similar to the suspect in
this incident.
Break , Enter and Theft
Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment could use your help in identifying the person responsible for a rural residential break and enter.This
incident occurred at approximately 9
o’clock in the morning on Friday the 4th of January at a
residence on Evergreen Drive
in Gorham Twp. This is an area northwest
of the City off of Onion Lake Road.
Stolen
were a number of household items including a 27” Toshiba plasma T.V., model # 27HL85; a 19” Dell computer monitor; a Cannon
Powershot camera, serial # 1322100403; a Kodak Easy Share camera, serial # KCFSP70423696; a 10 mega pixel Sony Cybershot digital camera, serial #
30036848676; a Samsung MPS player,
serial # SAMYPT9JBQ; a large wicker basket and a large assortment of compact
discs.
Police are
looking for a newer, burgundy, 4 door S.U.V., around the size of a G.M.C. Jimmy
with lightly tinted windows and a Native Canadian male suspect, about 6’, thin
build, with a pock marked face and last seen wearing a black winter jacket with
orange on the lower front and sides.
Police have recovered a large green military style duffle bag left
behind by the suspect and they continue to examine other physical evidence.
Police are
also looking to speak to a male with an artificial left leg and driving a late
90’s or early 2000 burgundy Ford
Explorer with a bent front bumper that was stuck in a snow bank in the
area, on the morning of the 4th.
If you have any information on this crime, these two individuals, or these vehicles…call Crime Stoppers!
Hit and Run
Crime Stoppers is looking for your assistance in identifying the driver of a hit and run vehicle.On December 22, 2007@ 11:30 pm Police responded to the 100 Block of Simpson street in response to a hit and run. A female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle as she tried to cross the roadway. Information indicated that the vehicle fled the scene.
Witnesses indicated that a red vehicle was north bound on Simpson when it hit the female crossing the street. The vehicle the turned left onto Cameron Street to Vickers Street. Witness reports indicate that the driver made no attempt to check the welfare fo the person that was struck.
Debris from the offending vehicle and witness accounts show that the offending vehicle was a red Honda Civic. The vehicle sustained damage to the front end and the passenger side mirror was broken off. Police forensics continues to examine these parts to get a specific model year of the hit and run vehicle.
The victim of this hit and run was taken to TBRHSC where she was treated for serious but non life threatening injuries.
If you know the driver of this vehicle or have seen a Honda with this type of damage, call Crime Stoppers!
Theft of Snow Machine
Crimes Stoppers seeks your help in locating the person responsible for the theft of a snow machine.Sometime between the 26th and 30th of December a snow machine was stolen from an Onion Lake Road Residence. At the time of the theft the machine was stored behind an out building on the property. When the owner attended to use the sled on December 30th, it was discovered stolen.
The snow machine is described as a 1991 Polaris “Indy Trail” 488cc
engine and is grey in colour. The
vehicle identification number is 1845493 and on the cowl of the sled was the
plate 701467.
Robbery - 100 Block Donald Street, West
Crime Stoppers is seeking for your help in identifying the male
responsible for this brazen robbery.
An unidentified male tried to gain access to a secured apartment building. The male was met at the door by a number of residents coincidently were just leaving. The male stated he was there to make a delivery and was going in. He was told that he could not just go in; he would have to be buzzed in by the person receiving the package. This male stated he was buzzed in and pushed his way past these residents. The male was watched and disappeared. A short time later he came running out of the building telling them to get out of his way. He was seen to drop some money and made no attempt to pick it up or return when he was called. These residents soon learned that a friend was just robbed by this male.
The victim informed police that she was bringing out her trash when she was approached by the would-be robber. He indicated that he had a package for her and it was COD. He was asked who the package was from and the response was it is from Albert that is all I know. That the package is COD and you cannot look at it until you pay for it. At that point he was informed that the package would not be accepted. He then demanded the phone so he could call his supervisor to apprise of the situation. It was when he was on the phone he saw an envelope of cash. He grabbed the cash and then ran out of the apartment.
The suspect is described as a Caucasian male in his 20’s, scruffy in appearance, 5’8” tall with a medium build. He was last seen wearing a dark windbreaker style jacket, and light coloured pants. He was seen carrying two boxes blue/green in colour. He was last seen running west on
If you have any information on this robbery, call Crime Stoppers!
How Crime Stoppers Works
Crime Stoppers is a non profit, charitable organization that is not a police program.Crime Stoppers pays cash for information that our Law enforcement partners have found to be useful. In either solving crimes or by bring new information (intelligence) that was unknown to the agency.
Remember your call is anonymous. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to caller id or taped lines. In fact, any information that will point to the gender of the caller is not included in any tips sent to our partners for investigation or follow up.
Once a caller has given the information to Crime Stoppers, they are assigned a onetime use id number. It is this number that will identify the caller to the Crime Stoppers program coordinator.
Callers must remember to contact Crime Stoppers to see if their tip is eligible for a reward. If the caller never calls to enquire about the status of the tip, the reward issued can never be given out. Also caller must remember the id number issued or reward cannot be issued.
In order to pay out these rewards, Crime Stoppers relies on donations from the public and support in our fund raising activities. Crime Stoppers receives no Government funding for this.
So if you have any information on any unsolved crime, remember your call is anonymous, you never have to reveal your identity; you never have to testify in court call Crime Stoppers.
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Thursday January 17,
2008 is the date of the Crime Stoppers annual Charity Hockey Game. This year
will see a rematch of the Police All-stars vs. The Thunder Bay Professional
Firefighters. The game will be at the FortWilliam Gardens @7:00 pm. Hope to see everyone there!
Impaired Drivers
Crime StoppersAs a partner to law enforcement Thunder Bay District Crime Stoppers supports the efforts put forward by all of our area police services and that of Mother Against Drunk Drivers.
To report an active impaired driver we encourage you to call police immediately on regular police reporting lines so that a situation can be dealt with quickly and effectively. Our goal should always be to get them off of the road as soon as possible.
We all continue to work to keep our Communities safe and thank you for support throughout the past year. Upcoming fund raising activities with Crime Stoppers include our Annual Hockey Game on Thursday, the 17th of January for a re-match between the Police All Stars and the Thunder Bay Professional Firefighters as well as our Law Enforcement Gala that’s open to all on Saturday, the 2nd of February that features the Sensational Hodrods.
On behalf of the Board of Thunder Bay District Crime Stoppers, all of our partners in law enforcement and the local media; Happy New Year and have a safe holiday.
Stolen Vehicles
Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in locating the person(s) responsible for a recent rash of vehicle thefts.On Tuesday November 27 @ 345am police while on routine patrol found a headlamp in the middle of the road. Upon investigating this, other parts were found strewn upon the roadway and boulevard. Police followed the trail and located the offending vehicle in a ditch on Ford Street just north of Redwood Ave. Investigation of this vehicle soon revealed it to be stolen.
The owner was contacted and it was confirmed that the vehicle a 95 Dodge Pick up green in colour was stolen from the McBean Street area. Police soon realized a second truck was stolen after collecting all the truck parts, a maroon topper was found near this truck. The owner informed police there was no topper on his truck.
Police have indicated that there has been an increase in the number of Dodge Truck thefts since October 2007. To date there are 3 outstanding Trucks that have not been recovered by police. The first vehicle is a 2001 dodge Ram blue stolen from a car dealer lot, the second vehicle is 95 Dodge Ram 4x4 ext. Cab long box lic number 4066MB, stolen from the Brown Street area and the last outstanding vehicle is 98 Dodge Ram 2500 white, taken from an auto dealer.
If you have any information on the location of these trucks or the person and or persons responsible for these thefts, call crime stoppers.
Missing Person - P07079446
Crime Stoppers is looking for information on Missing Person Jonathon Skillings.Jonathon Skillings was reported missing to the Thunder Bay Police on the 15th of November. The report indicates Skillings was last seen on the 14th of November leaving a residence in the City’s East End.
Prior to leaving this residence, Skillings made 2 telephone calls. One was to home and the second call to an unknown party. Police are particularly interested in hearing from the person whom Skillings called. This call would have been made sometime around 11pm on 14th of November 2007.
Skillings is described as 5’9” in height, brown hair with grey blue eyes. He weighs approximately 190#. He was last seen wearing a blue hip length fall jacket with white collar, blue ball cap with “chopper” on the peak and black jeans with a tee shirt that said “Screw it” on it. Skillings was also reported to have a tattoo of a wolf with moon and cactus on his left arm.
If you have information on the whereabouts of Skillings, please call Crime Stoppers.
Aggravated Assault - P05115469
Crime Stoppers is looking for information to help solve this open case in which a person was beaten into unconsciousness.Just after midnight on March 25, 2005 police were called to parking lot of Patterson Park. A victim of an assault was lying on the ground near the pay phone. Police arrived to find that the victim has suffered trauma to his face/head area and was unconscious.
The victim was rushed to the hospital for medical attention. His injuries were treated but remained unconscious.
Police, after interviewing the witnesses, were able piece together the events to the assault. Witness indicated that the victim was near the pay phone with another male. For no apparent reason the victim was thrown to the ground and was stomped on by the other. The victim was stomped on no less then 6 times, according to witness accounts.
By the time witnesses realized what was happening, the victim was already unconscious. Witnesses yelled at the perpetrator and this caused him to run off. He was last seen running on Brodie Street from Leith Street.
The only description of the male from witnesses was N/C male dark hair, wearing dark grey sweat pants and a hoodie.
The Thunder Bay Police indicate this case is still open but are asking for any new leads, information, that will help identify the person responsible.
If you have any information on the male who committed this act, call Crime Stoppers.
Robbery
Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying the two males that ambushed and robbed the victim of some prescription medication.On Tuesday October 16 around 11am the male victim was walking north bound on South Marks Street. He had just picked up his mother’s prescription from the pharmacy and was on his way home.
The victim had only been on Marks Street a short distance when he was attacked by two males who were standing beside a tree. They knocked him to the ground and began to punch and knee him. He was struck about the face and chest numerous times.
They grabbed the white bag and took off running. They were last seen heading north bound in the alley adjacent to Marks street from Donald Street.
Suspect #1 was described as male, 18 -25 yrs old, 5’8” tall, medium build, last seen wearing a black neck warmer, black/red ball cap and black hoodie and baggy black cargo pants.
Suspect#2 was described as male, 18-25 yrs old, 5’6” – 5’8” tall, slim build, last seen wearing blue jeans and black hoodie.
Police have interviewed the victim and witnesses and are actively investigating this robbery. If you have any information of the two males responsible for this robbery, do the right thing, call Crime Stoppers.
Theft - Under $5000.00
Through Crime Stoppers the Ontario Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment could use your help in identifying those responsible for two separate and very significant thefts of metal at an area gravel pit.Targeted was Allan’s Gravel Pit on Hwy. # 590 in Marks Twp., a rural area just west of the City.
The first incident occurred sometime between Tuesday, the 9th of October and Tuesday, the 16th of October when two 19.5 x 25 inch front end loader rims, approximately 50 truck rims, and approximately one tonne of assorted scrap steel was stolen.
The loader rims valued at $3,000.00 each are five piece rims painted with light yellow primer paint and marked as “IND. BRASS.LEMMERZ. The wheel number is 1982, the flange number is 1735, and the flange ring number is 1587.
The second incident occurred sometime in the week prior to Saturday, the 27th of October when parts were removed from two non-operational dump trucks. Stolen were two “Holley” carburetors, two “Prestolite” starters, two hydraulic cylinders, a drive shaft, and brake and suspension parts.
Police believe that all of these items were stolen for resale as scrap metal and that access to the pit by some type of large truck was gained by using bush roads off of Mayo Road.
If you have any information on these thefts or know the location of any of this stolen property…contact Crime Stoppers!
Arson - Hazelwood Drive
Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment continue to investigate an act of arson in which two storage sheds and a vehicle were completely destroyed by fire.This incident occurred around 11:00 P.M. on Sunday, the 5th of August at a vacant property on Hazelwood Drive. When Police and Fire arrived on the scene the involved structures were already engulfed in flames. The storage sheds contained several antiques and other household items valued at approximately $3,000.00.
Physical evidence located at the scene leaves no doubt that this fire was a deliberate criminal act of arson. This is not the first report of fire in the area or on this property and police continue to investigate several other incidents going back to the spring of last year including the arson of the actual residence on Monday, the 10th of July in 2006.
If you have any information on this latest act of arson or on any of these fires…call Crime Stoppers!
Robbery - Assault
Crime Stoppers is
seeking your help in identifying the person responsible for a vicious and
cowardly attack on a senor citizen.
Police report that
on Monday 15Oct around 3pm a 72 year old male was attacked by an
unknown/unidentified male. The attack
occurred on the walk way behind the Canada Games Complex and the
The unknown
assailant approached the victim and demanded his wallet and money. Before he could comply, the assailant knocked
him to the ground. Once on the ground
the victim was struck a number of times.
He believed at the time he was being punched but it was later learned he
was stabbed 8 times. There was no reason
for this as the victim was offering no resistance to the robber. The victim was taken to hospital where he
received treatment for his stab wounds.
It is fortunate these wounds were not life threatening. The victim remains in serious but stable condition.
The assailant is
described as: N/C male 6’ tall 19-25yrs
of age, last seen wearing a dark hoodie, baseball cap and dark pants. He was last seen running to the
If you have any
information that can help identify this suspect, please call Crime Stoppers. Your call is anonymous and you never have to
reveal your identity.
Homicide
This week marks the 23rd anniversary of the Scott Dove homicide. Crime Stoppers is asking for any information that will assist in closing this cold case.Scott was last seen leaving his house in the city’s northend on Halloween morning, October 31, 1984. His black 1966 Pontiac Beaumont was found abandoned in the parking lot of the Lakehead Psychiatric Hospital on November 08, 1984.
Scott Dove’s body was found in a rock quarry off Copenhagen Road on December 01, 1984.
Police investigators feel that the rock quarry was not the murder site and to date have not identified the murder scene.
Do you have any information on Scott Dove’s murder? Do you know where Scott was killed? Who is responsible? Do you have something on your conscience?
Cold cases can be solved with one crucial piece of information. If you have any information that can help investigators, please call.
A $50,000 reward remains unclaimed in this case for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for this crime.
If you have a tip and want to be eligible for the $50,000 then you will have to contact the Thunder Bay Police at 684-1200. If you have a tip and want to remain anonymous then call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
Remember when you call Crime Stoppers, your call is anonymous. You do not have to reveal your identity and you never have to testify in court. Help bring some closure to this case for the Dove family. Call Crime Stoppers.
Break and Enter
The Ontario Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment continue to investigate a major break and enter in which a large quantity of copper wire and tools were stolen.
This incident occurred sometime over the evening of Saturday, the 14th of July and early Monday morning, the 16th of July at a “Milne Crushing”, a working gravel pit on Kam Current Rd. in Gorham Twp. This is a rural area just northwest of the City off of Hwy. # 587.
Stolen from the site was approximately 410 meters of assorted copper cable with a value of approximately $10,000.00. This cable was cut from in and around a generator and high voltage panels located inside a trailer that provided power to equipment in the pit. Copper cable running from this power supply and to each piece of equipment was also cut and removed. Needless to say cutting and removing this copper cable by unskilled persons was extremely dangerous!
Also stolen was a wide assortment of hand tools; consisting of wrenches, socket sets, impact guns, and grinders.
Crime Stoppers is offering significant cash rewards for any information on these and other copper wire thefts. If you have any information…call and remain anonymous!
Armed Robbery - South Side Convenience Store
Crime Stoppers is looking for your help in identifying the male responsible for the armed robbery of a convenience store located on the city’s south side.
On Tuesday September 18 @ 3:20 pm police responded to a 911 call indicating a convenience store had just been robbed at knife point.
Police were told that an armed male had just left the store on foot and was headed towards McKenzie Street. The area was searched but the robber was not located.
Investigation revealed that the male entered the store, produced a knife and demanded money from the till. What separates this robbery from other robberies was the fact it was committed in the middle of the afternoon and there were a number of customers in the store at the time of the robbery. It appears that the robber has little fear of being caught.
Surveillance video shows the robber as male, approximately 5’5” – 5’8” in height, about 19-23 yrs of age, lighter skin colour and last seen wearing a sweatshirt with a silver cross and wings on the front.
Witness statements indicated that after fleeing the store, the suspect appeared to have hooked up with another male. After getting the description of this male, it was learned that he was in the store prior to robbery.
This male was described as 6’2” tall thin build. He was last seen wearing a Toronto Blue Jays Team jacket. Witness stated that this male was seen in company of the person responsible for the robbery. It is unknown if this second male was part of the robbery, but police would very much like to talk to this person.
Let’s put the fear of being caught back into this would be robber. If you know the identity of either person or know a nick name or street name, do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers. Remember, you never have to leave your name or testify in court.
Break and Enter - Isabella Street
Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in
identifying the male responsible for the break and enter and subsequent assault
on an 87 year old East Isabella
Street resident.Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Branch of the Thunder Bay Police have indicated the following: the suspect may have gained access to the home via an unsecured door. Once inside the male viciously attacked and sexually assaulted the elderly female resident. She was taken to the hospital and remains in serious condition.
The person in this surveillance video is of interest to the police. The person is described as male, early 20’s in age about 5’10” in height and has a slim build. He was seen wearing a brown jacket, blue jeans and dark glasses.
Crime Stoppers is asking if you know who this male is or have any information on the person who committed this cowardly act, do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers. You can also visit the web site www.thunderbaydistrictcrimestoppers.com and click on the web tip link.
Mischief- Graffiti - Leland,Walsh,Thistle
Crime Stoppers is seeking the public’s help in identifying those responsible for what can only be described as a tasteless act of mischief.On Saturday September 1 the residents in the Walsh/Leland/Thistle area awoke to find that overnight their houses, sheds, and fences had been spray painted by unknown persons. What was disturbing to the residents was the fact that the graffiti spray painted was of Neo Nazi symbols and White Supremacy slogans.
Upsetting is the fact that this type of incident does not accurately reflect the attitudes and values of these residents. This type of incident also reflects badly on the City as a whole.
Police, through forensic evidence collection, will be looking at this incident as a possible promotion of hate propaganda, which is an offense under the Criminal Code.
Armed Robbery – Pizza Delivery robbed at gun point - September 5
Police responded to a south side address on Sept 05 at approximately 1 in the morning. Information received indicated that a pizza delivery person had just been robbed at gun point.
The victim relayed the sequence of events to the police. The delivery person arrived at the address that the pizza was to be delivered to. They exited the vehicle and walked towards the front door. A male then came out of the bushes and pointed a gun. Money was demanded. A second male then approached from behind the delivery person and joined his partner.
The money was thrown on the ground and the victim got in the car and drove away. The pizza employee was not hurt but very shaken up. Descriptions of the two were given to police and the area was searched. Police were unable to apprehend the two robbers.
Suspect #1 – Male N/C 15-18 yrs old 5’8” – 5’10” in height 150lbs short black hair, wearing black tee shirt, jeans and had a bandana either black or blue on his face.
Suspect #2 – Male N/C 15-18 yrs old 5’6” in height long black hair with a black long sleeved shirt pulled up over his face.
If you know the identity of these two pizza bandits, do the right things and call crimes stoppers.
Assault – Cumming Street - August 1, 2007
On Wednesday August 1 at approximately 4:00 am, police responded to the Cumming/McKenzie area as there was a report of an assault that just occurred.
Upon arrival police checked the immediate area, in the parking lot of an apartment complex police found the victim of the assault. The male was severely beaten and was rushed to the Regional Hospital for medical attention.
After the initial investigation police were able to get a description of the person believed to have committed this assault. The suspect was described by witnesses as: Native Canadian male, approximately 25 years of age, 6’ tall with a medium build. Suspect was last seen wearing a white muscle shirt and blue jeans.
Police continue to interview witnesses and gather forensic evidence to help solve this case. At this time there appears to be no motive for this assault.
If you can identify the person responsible for this assault, do the right thing, call Crime Stoppers!
Armed Robbery – Mac’s Mart - July 14, 2007
Detectives of the Criminal Investigations Branch of the Thunder Bay Police are seeking the public’s help in identifying the person or persons responsible for these armed robberies.Saturday July 14 at 315 in the morning police responded to the Mac’s Mart located on Edward Street. Information revealed that the store had just been robbed by an armed suspect.
The suspect demanded cash and cigarettes from the clerk. The suspect got away with an undisclosed amount of cash and cigarettes. The suspect was last seen running towards Chapple’s Golf course.
The suspect was described to police as: Male 5’6” tall with a medium build, wearing black jeans, black hoodie with black toque and a black/white bandana over his face. Suspect was also said to have darker skin colour and was in possession of a small knife.
At 610 in the morning police received a call from the Mac’s Mart on Waterloo Street indicating that this store had just been robbed by an armed suspect.
Police were informed that an armed male entered the store, demanded cash from the register. The clerk complied and the suspect ran off with an undisclosed amount of money.
The suspect was described as Male 5’6’ tall, 180lbs, Native Canadian, Short dark hair, wearing white tee, jeans and had a navy bandana over his face. Suspect also brandished a small knife to the clerk.
Based on the description of the suspect, the type of weapon and other evidence collected, Detectives believe the same person is responsible for these robberies.
If you know the person responsible for these robberies, call Crime Stoppers! Your anonymous call could earn you a cash reward.
Theft of copper wire between Aug 11-Aug 15 ,2007
The theft of precious metals and in particular copper wire continues to be a major problem for police not only in and around
Despite preventative and investigative efforts by police to combat this particular type of crime there has been a marked increase in thefts with railway lines and hydro stations being consistently targeted.
Two of the most recent local incidents occurred sometime between Saturday the 11th of August and Wednesday the 15th of August when a total of 51 lengths of copper wire were removed from poles along the Canadian Pacific Railway line in Shuniah Twp. This is an area just east of the City that can be accessed by Hwy. # 11/17 as well as a gravel road running north from the highway to Hanson’s Pit. Nine lengths of wire were removed at the railway overpass with the highway. Another 42 lengths were removed at a point just a bit further east at mileage 115.8 of the railway.
The amount of wire stolen is substantial and it would have taken quite sometime to cut and remove it from the poles. The use of some sort of a truck would certainly have been required.
To help combat any theft of copper wire Thunder Bay District Crime Stoppers is significantly increasing its reward payments up to a maximum of $2,000.00 for information on any of these crimes. If you have any information that can help police identify those responsible or recover any copper wire …call Crime Stoppers!
Mischief, Pays Platt - July 21, 2007
Officers with the Schreiber Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police could use your help in identifying the persons responsible for a senseless act of mischief at a residence in the small Community of Pays Platt.
Sometime between
Nothing was stolen from the residence however carrots were pulled up out of a small vegetable garden located at the front of the residence.
One can only imagine the mess left to clean up. If you have any information on this crime…remain anonymous and call Crime Stoppers!
Thefts of lawn equipment -Oliver-Paipoonge June 6 - June 8, 2007
A Pick up described as dark in colour, possibly blue, GMC regular cab was seen in the driveway of one of the victims.
If you know the person or persons responsible for these thefts or know the location of the stolen tractors, call Crimestoppers.
Wanted Persons Thunder Bay
The male is Landon Jourdain 23 yrs of age. Jourdain is 5’10” in height approximately 180lbs. He has a “web” design tattooed on his left hand between his thumb and index finger. Jourdain is wanted in connection to a stabbing incident from March 2007.
HOMICIDE - Thunder Bay - July 25, 2005
This is the type of crime that goes to the heart of Crime Stoppers and why it was established back in 1976 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
A much loved and well known Alma Teravainen was murdered on July 25th, 2005 while at work at the Harbourview Terrace Variety.
This is a small community store within the Harbourview Terrace Apartments. This is a relatively high traffic area with the building itself surrounded by Bay Street to the south, Wilson Street to the north, Lake Street to the west and Water and Cumberland Streets to the east. The Thunder Bay Charity Casino is just two blocks to the north. Immediately out front on Cumberland Street is a city bus stop and two mail boxes.
Think back 2years…… July 25th……Harbourview Terrace, Cumberland Street …..did you see something?
Has anyone said anything to you?
We need you to act!
Every bit of information helps. You may have information that you may not realize is important to the Police.
This is still a very active homicide investigation and rewards for information continue to be offered by Crime Stoppers and the Thunder Bay Police.
If you have any information …..CALL CRIMESTOPPERS!
Break and enter, mischief to air craft - June 11, 2007
Thunder Bay Police Criminal investigations Branch is currently investigating the Break and Enter to a compound and subsequent mischief to a number of aircraft.
On Monday 11June police attended a compound where aircraft are stored in the
One aircraft in particular had is front wind shield smashed and the culprits then removed the GPS receiver from the dash area. The GPS receiver was listed as a Garmin 396 black in colour. Damage to all the aircraft involved was just under 5000.00.
If you know the identity of those who committed this Break and Enter, call Crime Stoppers, your call could earn you a cash reward!
Theft of copper wire – Oliver/Paipoonge
Employee’s attending the compound to conduct upgrades or maintenance, have no idea that the ground system has been damaged and by entering the compound leave themselves in a position to be injured. It is even possible that the persons stealing the wire could themselves be injured.
Apart from the senseless act of theft, the actions of these would be thieves could put the lives of Hydro One Employees at risk.
If you know the identities of those responsible, do the right thing, call Crime Stoppers. Remember, you tip could earn you a cash reward.
Theft, vandalism at Hanson’s Pit
Mischief over 5,000.00 (Old Fort William)
This week Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying those responsible for the senseless mischief of property at
Late Friday night May 11, persons unknown broke into
Once inside the Park, the culprits started up 2 E-Z Go People Movers (large golf carts) and drove around the grounds. Damage was done to the following: The Administration building gate. The carts were used to smash through causing damage to the electrical intercom as well as the gate’s rolling system.
Damage was done to one of the historical encampments. The Wigwam in the Native Canadian exhibit had numerous strips of birch bark ripped off of it. It will be a labour intensive repair to this site.
Damage to a nature trail and lighting was also done by these culprits. There was major damage done to the EZ carts. It appears that these carts were used as battering rams to cause all the other damage. At this time it is unclear if these carts can be salvaged.
Old FortWilliam is an International Tourist attraction and this kind of senseless vandalism done by a few irresponsible people tends to reflect badly on the City as a Whole.
If you know who was responsible for this incident, call Crime Stoppers!
Theft from Vehicle
04Jun07
Officers
with the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police could use your
help in identifying the persons responsible for the entry of two transport
trucks and the subsequent theft of several items.
Stolen was
a “Sirius Audiovox” satellite radio,
serial # 001607685000, an “XM SkyFi 2”
satellite radio, serial # MGWLE0RN, a “Canon
Powershot”, “S2 IS”, 6 mp, 12x zoom digital camera and a “Husky” ratchet set.
Police
continue to examine physical evidence but they could still use your help in
recovering this property and identifying those responsible. Call Crime Stoppers!
Attempted Robbery
This week Crime
Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying the female responsible for this
attempted robbery.
On 22Apr07 approximately 6pm store employees at a North side grocery store attempted to stop a female suspect from leaving with a cart full of groceries. She was stopped and unable to produce her receipt. Staff then attempted to have the woman escorted back to the security office.
The suspect started to resist and punched the staff member in the face a number of times. The suspect was able to free herself and ran out of the store. She was last seen east bound to Tupper Street.
The woman was described as N/C female; 5’5” tall 30 – 35 years old, long black straight hair.
If you know the
identity of this suspect, call Crime Stoppers.
Your tip could earn you a cash reward.
An unknown male jumped out from behind a bush and struck the victim in the head with a beer bottle. This male had a number of people with him. Startled, the victim ran from this group and headed towards Ray Blvd.
The victim was able to describe to police the person that struck him with the bottle. This person was described as N/C male, 6’ tall; thin build wearing a white hoodie. There were at least 3 other N/C males and one N/C female with him. There appears to be no motive for this assault.
If you can identify those responsible for this attack, call Crime Stoppers.
Moose Shot - Geraldton
May 14, 2007
Conservation officers with the Ministry of Natural Resources in Geraldton could use your help in identifying the person responsible for shooting and killing a calf moose and then abandoning it.
This incident occurred around
The calf moose had a bullet wound to the back and head area.
All of our Communities are responsible for the protection of our natural resources. If you have any information on this crime…do what’s right and call Crime Stoppers!
Robbery - High and Van Norman
May 7, 2007
This week Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying the 4 males that robbed a young woman of a sum of money.
The victim contacted police to report that she was robbed by 4 males. The victim told police the following. On April 06, 2007 at approximately 1a.m. she was waiting for a cab at the corner of High & Van Norman.
In the parking lot of the corner store were 4 young males. They saw her and approached her location. She indicated all 4 appeared to be intoxicated and smelled of alcohol. The four then surrounded her.
The leader of the group asked her for all her money. The male then searched her pockets for cash. This male found a small amount of cash and took it. He then demanded the rest of her cash. He was told that’s all there is. The male began to get aggressive, wanted to search for more money and started calling her names.
It was at this time the cab, which she called earlier, arrived in the area. She flagged the cab and the males took off. They were last seen running down Van Norman Street.
Although not hurt, the young female was shaken up. She was only able to provide police with a limited description of the suspects. She indicated all 4 males were Native Canadian late teens to early twenties in age. All were about 5’9” tall. The aggressive male was said to have a lot of acne on his face. They were all wearing dark hoodies. All 4 males were said to have Polar Ice Vodka bottles in their possession.
If you know the identities of these cowardly males, do the right thing call Crime Stoppers. Your call could earn you a cash reward.
Armed Robbery (Zellers Pharmacy)
April 30, 2007
This week Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying the male responsible for the bold robbery of a Zellers Pharmacy.
On 15Mar07 at approximately 10:00am, Thunder Bay Police attended the Dawson Road Zellers in response to a report the pharmacy had just been robbed at gun point. Police quickly flooded the area to search for the suspect but were unable to locate the robber.
Staff on duty told police the following; The suspect came behind the main counter , and produced a silver handgun with a 6-8” barrel and pointed it at staff members.
Prescription drugs were demanded and the suspect fled with an undisclosed quantity of prescription drugs.
After interviewing the staff, police compiled a description of the suspect. The robber is described as: Male, 5’5”, tall and thin approximately 140lbs, 20-30 years of age, rough looking in appearance. Male was last seen wearing dark coat (khaki or grey) dark pants with a black balaclava over his face.
A witness observed a male matching this description get into a green mid size vehicle. A partial Licence plate number was noted for this car, the partial plate was given as AJ…..?, believed to be an Ontario plate. This could be a possible get away vehicle.
If you can identify this robber, call Crime Stoppers, your tip could earn you a cash reward. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you never have to identify yourself.
Vehicles Theft and Mischief
23Apr07
Through Crime Stoppers Thunder Bay Police and the Ontario Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment are looking to identify the persons responsible for at least two vehicle thefts and a subsequent mischief.
The first vehicle, a grey GMC Sierra pickup truck was probably stolen during the early morning hours of the 14th of March from a residence on Oliver Rd. near Jackpine Rd. This is an area just west of the City and in close proximity to the John St. Landfill. The vehicle was subsequently recovered by O.P.P. abandoned on Silver Falls Rd., an area west on Hwy. # 102. It was from a residence in this area that a second vehicle; a blue GMC Sierra pickup was stolen. It too was recovered by police after it was deliberately driven through the main gate at the John St. Landfill and into a storage garage at 4:35 in the morning. Damage to the vehicle and building is extensive and is estimated at over $10,000.00. Police continue to examine security video and physical evidence.
Police believe that both vehicle thefts were committed by the same persons and that those responsible live relatively close to the John St. Landfill site. Access to Oliver Rd. is easily gained by walking south and out of the back of the landfill.
If you have any information on these vehicle thefts and the related damage at the Landfill site…remain anonymous and call Crime Stoppers!
Attempted Robbery - McIntyre Mall
April 16, 2007
Crime Stoppers and the Thunder Bay Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the male responsible for the attempted robbery of a Shoppers Drug Mart.
On February 8, 2007 Police responded to the Shoppers Drug Mart, McIntyre Mall in response to an attempted armed robbery of the pharmacy.
Police were given the following information. An unidentified male had just attempted to rob the pharmacy at knife point.
The robber approached the on duty pharmacist from behind. The male then grabbed the pharmacist and threatened with the knife. Oxy’s were then demanded by the robber.
It was at this time that the on duty Security realized that this male was now behind the counter. Security approached and realized that something wrong was going on. The one guard yelled to the other to call the police and it was at this time the male ran out of the store. The robber did not get any drugs for his attempt.
The male is described as N/C 6’1” in height, approx 200lbs suspect was wearing a grey hoodie with hood pulled up, blue jacket and white scarf. He was also dark pants.
Police searched the area extensively for this male but were unsuccessful in locating him. Police did receive a call from a Westfort Convenience store about a shoplifter. The description of the shoplifter is very similar to the male in this robbery.
If you have any information on the identity of this robber, do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers. You never have to reveal your identity and it could earn you a cash reward.
Attempt Robbery - Grandview Mall
April 9, 2007
Crime Stoppers and the Thunder Bay Police are seeking your assistance in identifying the would be robber of a night deposit bag.
On February 19, 2007 @ 9:30pm Thunder Bay Police responded to Grandview Mall after receiving a call about an attempted robbery.
Staff at Charley’s Ticket world had just placed the daily receipts into the deposit bag. The Staff member then attended the bank to deposit the bag. As she was approaching the bank, she noticed a young male near the ATM. She thought nothing of this as she exited to the night deposit vault.
As she was about to place the deposit bag in the vault, the young male came charging out and grabbed the deposit bag. A struggle for the deposit bag ensued. At one point the victim fell to the ground, screamed for help. As she was on the ground, an unidentified male arrived at the scene and this caused the robber to flee.
The employee was not hurt, but never the less shaken up. The robber did not get the deposit bag.
The robber is described as: Male late teens too early twenty’s. Tall, thin wearing white ball cap with light colour hair. Male was also wearing a ¾ length black leather jacket with blue jeans.
If you know the identity of this would be robber, do the right thing and call Crime Stoppers. Your tip could earn you a cash reward.
Break, Enter and Thefts
April 2, 2007
Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment continue to investigate numerous break-ins to camps on several area lakes.
Over the past month areas targeted by thieves include Hicks Lake, Two Island Lake, Dog Lake and Surprise Lake. For the most part these are seasonal properties in remote areas northwest of the City and police could use your help in identifying those responsible.
Items stolen include those typically found at a summer camp and consist of small appliances, power tools, chainsaws, and fishing gear. However, police are keen to locate two snow machines, two outboard motors, and a log splitter. Stolen was a 2004 MXZ 440 Ski-Doo with Ontario licence # 9171128 and serial # 2BPS2882944000069, a green 1996 Polaris with Ontario licence # 821759 and serial # 2681761, a white 4.5 hp Evinrude outboard motor, with model # E5RHCNR and serial # C7146510, a 9.9 hp Evinrude, and a red and black 40 inch Honda log splitter, serial # 19420209.
Police suspect that these break-ins are probably related and that more than one person is involved. Examination of physical evidence continues.
If you have any information on these crimes or on any of the related stolen property…remain anonymous and call Crime Stoppers!
Attempt Robbery - Westfort Area
March 26, 2007
Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying the individual responsible for this very brazen and bold attack.
Thunder Bay police responded to a reported attempt robbery. When police arrived they were informed of the bizarre event that just took place.
The female victim had just left the bank and got into her car. Just as she closed her door, an unknown male got in the front passenger side. The male then tried to steal her purse. Fortunately the purse was still between the victim and her door. The male and female struggled for the purse. The victim was yelling and screaming at the male the entire time. The purse strap broke and the female was able to get her car door open and get out of the car.
The woman continued to yell to get attention and help. At this time the male got out of the car and slowly walked away. A Good Samaritan came to the aid of the woman. Unfortunately, the would-be robber was now no where to be found.
Although not injured the woman was never the less shaken up. The only description of the robber was Male about 6’ tall with dark clothes. The male was last seen on Brown Street near the Brown Street Station.
If you can identify this bold would-be robber, call Crime Stoppers, 623-TIPS.
Wanted Person
March 12, 2007
Crime Stoppers and the Thunder Bay Police are asking for your assistance in locating a wanted male.
Wanted is Bernard RAINFORD for Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault, Weapons Dangerous and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of an Offense. These charges relate to an incident in which the victim was confronted and shot in his home by two male intruders. RAINFORD is reported to be one of these males.
RAINFORD is described as Caucasian male 6’2” tall 250 lbs, shaved head with hazel eyes. RAINFORD is considered armed and dangerous.
RAINFORD has been seen in the Thunder Bay Area, and Crime Stoppers is asking for your help in getting RAINFORD off the streets.
If you know the location of RAINFORD, call 623tips. Remember, your call is anonymous and you do not have to testify in court.
Break and Enter
February 26, 2007
Crime Stoppers is seeking your help in identifying the male responsible to a break and enter and subsequent theft of computer equipment from St. Joseph’s Hospital.
Police responded to a call of a break and entry to an office on the main floor at St. Joseph’s. It
appears that a window was smashed out and the suspect entered the
office and removed a quantity of computer equipment from the office. The
suspect removed two pillow cases from the pillows located on one of the
physiotherapy tables. The items were placed in these cases and carried
out of the building.
Police know this because the suspect was captured on surveillance video. The video shows the male leaving carrying the items out in the pillow cases. While viewing this video, security at St. Joe’s thought this male looked familiar. The tapes for earlier this day were checked and this male was in the hospital earlier that day checking out the offices in this wing.
This suspect was bold enough to talk to staff, walk into various offices and is seen coming out of an office where a laptop was taken. The suspect male even waited around to the office was empty before taking the laptop and leaving the hospital.
The male is described as Caucasian, 5’6 -5’9” tall, medium build, wearing a red hoodie, jeans and gloves. Suspect male also was wearing glasses and was reported to be a smoker.
This was just one of a number of Break and enters that have occurred in the North Core over the last while. In each case, either computer equipment or cash was taken.
If you know who this male is, call Crime Stoppers, it could earn you a cash reward.
Missing Persons
February 19, 2007
Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in locating two Missing persons.
Jean MacDonald was reported missing to police May 29, 1999. Jean left home to go for a walk on the 28 of May and never returned home.
Jean MacDonald is described as 5’3” 165lbs and is 46yrs of age.
Stephane Gallant was reported missing August 6, 2003. Gallant was last seen on July 20, 2003 at 2am leaving the Shoreline Hotel on the city’s north side. Gallant’s vehicle, a 1984 Chevrolet S10 Pickup was found abandoned in a City park one week later.
Gallant is 6’ tall with black hair and brown eyes. Stephane speaks English with a heavy French Canadian accent. Gallant is a woodcutter and has been employed in the forest industry in the past.
Crime Stoppers is asking for you help in these Missing persons cases. If you have any information on the whereabouts of Stephane Gallant or Jean MacDonald, call Crime Stoppers. Remember your identity is anonymous, you never have to testify in court and your information could earn you a cash reward.
Missing Persons
February 12. 2007
Crime Stoppers is looking for the public's help in locating two missing persons.
Ellen Kuzub was reported missing to the Thunder Bay Police in January 2006. Ellen was last seen in the Thunder Bay area around 2004. That was also the last time Ellen had any contact with friends and family.
Family members have been contacted by police and they confirm that Ellen has not been seen or heard from since 2004.
Ellen is described as a Caucasian female, 5’6” 120 lbs, brown hair and 50 years of age.
The second Missing Person Is Robert Turner. Robert was reported missing to the police in April 2006. Prior to the report being filed, it was about 2 weeks since anyone had seen or talked to Robert. Robert is 5’6” tall medium build with a broken front tooth.
Robert was unemployed at the time but has worked in the construction field and would do odd jobs to earn some money. Family members have been contacted by police but they were unable to provide any information to help locate Robert.
Both Missing person files are open cases with the Thunder Bay Police. The investigations are at a standstill, all leads have been investigated.
Crime Stoppers is asking if you know the whereabouts of these missing persons, call 623tips
Fraudulent use of a Credit Card
February 5, 2007
Crime Stoppers and the Thunder Bay Police are looking for the public’s assistance in identifying those responsible for the fraudulent use of a stolen credit card.
Victim reported to police that on Nov 08, 2006 at approximately 630pm, she received a phone call from Royal Bank Fraud Department in regards to suspicious activity on her credit cards. Victim then went to check to see if she could find her credit cards. She opened her wallet to find the credit cards gone.
She was informed that the cards were used at local retail stores and that the charges were over 5000.00.
Through the investigation Police were able to determine at what stores and times the credit cards were used. Surveillance video was then secured from these Businesses. The video surveillance was shown to the Victim and she recognized the suspects as being in her place of business earlier that same day.
Suspect 1 – Male Caucasian, 5’10”, slim build, brown hair in his early 30’s.
Suspect 2 – female Caucasian, 5’6” tall, 100 lbs, long blond hair.
The two suspects were in company of a youth described as 13yrs of age.
Crime Stoppers asks if you can identify this “crime family” call 623-tips. Your call is anonymous and it could earn you a cash reward.
Mischief with Firearms
January 29, 2007
Through Crime Stoppers the Ontario Provincial Police at Thunder Bay Detachment could use your help in identifying the persons responsible for an incredibly stupid and senseless act of mischief.
On Friday, the 8th of December damage to seven overhead cables on what is called the Hazelwood Tower was discovered by maintenance crews with Bell Mobility. This tower is located at the Junction of Hazelwood Drive and Hwy. # 589 in Gorham Township.
From evidence gathered at the scene it would appear gun shots were fired upwards from directly beneath the cables striking them and leaving large holes. Several of the antennas on the tower were also shot at. Damage was extensive and required work crews to go out in severe weather to make repairs.
For most people it would seem using firearms to cause damage to overhead wires, roadway signs, or other convenient non-targets is extremely dangerous. Unfortunately there are a few that think otherwise.
Any mischief using a firearm is a serious crime. Let’s do the right thing and identify those responsible. Remain anonymous and call Crime Stoppers!