THUNDER BAY — February 6, 2026 — Thunder Bay Police Service say they are continuing an investigation into reports of criminal harassment after multiple complaints about a suspicious pickup truck in the downtown area.
Police report officers began looking into the matter on January 28, 2026, following repeated reports involving a silver, older-model Dodge Ram pickup truck.
Investigators say a person operating the vehicle has been seen approaching and attempting to pick up females in Thunder Bay’s downtown cores.
Suspect Description
Police describe the driver as:
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Indigenous male
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Approximately 40 to 50 years old
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Heavy build
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Shaved head
Units Involved
The investigation has involved several specialized units, including:
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Major Crime Unit
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Community Oriented Response and Engagement (CORE) Unit
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Break and Enter and Armed Robbery (BEAR) Unit
Arrest Made
Thunder Bay Police say BEAR Unit officers located and arrested a suspect on January 30, 2026. The investigation remains ongoing, and police are seeking to identify any additional victims who may have been impacted.
Police Seeking Information
A dedicated tip line has been established at (807) 701-5417. Police say people providing tips must include their name and phone number so investigators can follow up.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips online at p3tips.com.
Reference Numbers: TB26003763, TB26003756, TB26004039
