(THUNDER BAY, ON) – The Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is once again investigating a string of seasonal camp break-ins in the area surrounding Dog Lake.
On April 13, 2025, officers responded to reports of a break and enter along Bolduc Lake Road, a remote area near the shoreline of Dog Lake. The incident, believed to have occurred sometime over the winter months, involved unauthorized entry into multiple seasonal properties.
Items reported stolen include various personal belongings, outdoor equipment, and notably, a firearm—raising significant public safety concerns.
Police Request Public Assistance
The OPP is urging anyone with information related to these or other property crimes in the Bolduc Lake Road or Dog Lake area to come forward. Even small details could help identify those responsible and recover the stolen property.
If you have any information, please contact the Thunder Bay OPP Detachment directly at 807-939-2133 or the province-wide non-emergency line at 1-888-310-1122.
Remain Anonymous – Earn a Reward
Those wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit tips online via Ontario Crime Stoppers. Tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
Community Reminder: Secure Seasonal Properties
With spring melt underway and seasonal properties reopening, the OPP reminds residents to take precautions. Property owners are encouraged to:
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Check their camps regularly
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Secure firearms and valuables
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Install motion-sensitive lights or security cameras
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Record serial numbers of items stored at seasonal properties
Visit www.opp.ca for more crime prevention tips and seasonal safety advice.
Thunder Bay Police Service – Crime Blotter Report: April 7–13, 2025
