THUNDER BAY – NEWS – CRIME – The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) responded to 1,144 calls for service between May 12 and May 18, 2025, highlighting a continued high volume of activity across the city.
Of those calls, 197 were classified as Priority 1, meaning they required immediate response due to the seriousness of the incidents involved.
The weekly statistics provide a glimpse into the demands placed on front-line policing resources and the types of criminal activity and emergencies occurring throughout Thunder Bay.
🔎 Key Incident Types Reported
Over the seven-day period, police responded to a range of incidents including:
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🚗 90 motor vehicle collisions
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🧍♂️ 38 assaults
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🔫 15 weapons-related calls
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🏪 9 robberies
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🚘 8 motor vehicle thefts
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🛍️ 42 thefts and shoplifting incidents
These numbers reflect a broad spectrum of public safety concerns, from property crimes to violent encounters, and underline the need for ongoing community vigilance and support for law enforcement.
📞 Communications Centre Volume High
During the same timeframe, the TBPS Communications Centre fielded a total of 4,724 calls, including:
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📞 1,930 emergency calls made directly through 9-1-1
This volume represents the ongoing workload shouldered by dispatch and communications staff, who serve as a critical first point of contact for citizens in crisis or requiring urgent police response.
🚨 Priority 1 Calls: A Measure of Urgency
The 197 Priority 1 calls received last week are defined as events where there is an immediate threat to life, safety, or property, and include reports such as serious assaults, weapons calls, or urgent public safety threats.
These incidents demand rapid response and often require multiple officers and emergency coordination, placing further pressure on limited front-line resources.
🔒 Community Safety and Crime Prevention
The TBPS continues to encourage residents to report suspicious activity and take proactive steps in securing their homes, vehicles, and businesses. Community involvement plays a key role in deterring crime and supporting police efforts to respond effectively.
For non-emergency incidents, residents can contact TBPS at their non-urgent line, or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
