Week of Nov. 2–9 saw nearly 129 calls per day, including crashes, partner violence, mental health calls, and weapons reports

By NetNewsLedger Staff

Thunder Bay — The Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) responded to 900 calls for service from November 2 to 9—an average of about 129 calls per day.

The week included crashes, intimate partner violence reports, mental health calls, weapons incidents, and other public-safety concerns.

The Week at a Glance

• Motor vehicle collisions: 69 (≈ 7.7% of all calls)

• Intimate partner violence: 47 (≈ 5.2%)

• Mental health–related calls: 42 (≈ 4.7%)

• Weapons calls: 16 (≈ 1.8%)

• Assaults: 30 (≈ 3.3%)

• Break and enters: 12 (≈ 1.3%)

• Unwanted persons: 67 (≈ 7.4%)

• Family disputes: 20 (≈ 2.2%)

Daily Averages (Approx.)

• Collisions: ~10/day

• Intimate partner violence: ~7/day

• Mental health: ~6/day

• Weapons: ~2–3/day

• Assaults: ~4/day

• Break and enters: ~2/day

• Unwanted persons: ~10/day

• Family disputes: ~3/day

Safety Notes

• Crashes: Winter driving conditions demand slower speeds, longer stopping distances, and clear windows/lights.

• Intimate partner violence: If you or someone you know is in danger, call 911.

• Mental health: For immediate risk of harm, call 911.

• Tips & non-emergencies: TBPS non-emergency line (807) 684-1200. Anonymous tips: Crime Stoppers 1-800-222-8477 or p3tips.com.

TBPS continues to urge residents to report suspicious activity promptly and to use emergency services when safety is at risk.