Police continue to appeal for information after Garden Village assault

The OPP is now appealing to the public for information after a ‘serious assault’ in Garden Village, Nipissing First Nation last week.

Provincial police say they’re concerned for the well-being of the victim, who has not yet been located or identified.

The Anishinabek Police Service Major Crime Unit is continuing the investigation, under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

Investigators believe the victim is from the Greater Toronto Area and they left Nipissing First Nation last Friday evening.

The victim is described as:
· Male
· Approximately 18 to 23 years old
· Approximately six feet tall with a slim build
· Black
· Shoulder-length black dreadlocks
· Light patch of hair on the chin
· Last seen wearing a black hoodie, black sweatpants and black shoes

Police also say the suspects have not yet been identified, and they’re requesting the public’s assistance in identifying and locating these individuals.

They say residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the community as investigators continue to pursue all available leads.

Investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity in Garden Village, Nipissing First Nation, between Thursday, October 15 and Friday, October 16, 2026, to contact police at 1-888-310-1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

Richard Coffin
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Richard Coffin has been a reporter and news anchor on the radio in North Bay for over 25 years.  From premiers to people in the neighbourhood, he enjoys connecting with newsmakers and writing stories that matter to area listeners on a variety of topics including healthcare, education, politics, sports and more. 

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