Motor vehicle collisions led call volume as year turned

THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to 796 calls for service between December 28 and January 3, reflecting a busy stretch that included winter driving conditions and the holiday period.

Among the call types reported that week, motor vehicle collisions topped the list with 49 incidents, followed closely by calls tied to intimate partner violence (38) and Mental Health Act-related responses (32).

Intimate partner violence and mental health calls remain a major demand

Police reported responding to the following call types during the week:

• Motor Vehicle Collisions: 49

• Intimate Partner Violence: 38

• Mental Health Act: 32

• Family Disputes: 18

• Break and Enters: 10

• Assaults: 9

• Weapons Calls: 9

While many calls involve immediate enforcement, police note that categories like mental health and domestic-related incidents often require significant time on scene and coordination with partners in health and social services.

Communications Centre handled more than 2,000 calls, including nearly 900 to 911

In addition to officer-dispatched calls, the Thunder Bay Police Service Communications Centre handled a total of 2,092 calls over the same period. Of those, 898 were placed directly to 911.

The service continues to remind residents to use 911 for emergencies, while non-urgent incidents and information can be directed through appropriate non-emergency channels.

In Summary: Thunder Bay police answered 796 calls Dec 28–Jan 3; 2,092 total calls handled, 898 via 911.