A 58-year-old man from Thunder Bay, Ontario, is facing a manslaughter charge after an 81-year-old resident died following an assault at a local long-term care home. The Thunder Bay Police Service announced the charge on February 27, 2026, after an investigation into an incident at Hogarth Riverview Manor.
The victim has been identified as Ernest Edgar Barrie. Police say the assault happened on February 4, 2026, at the facility, which is operated by St. Joseph’s Care Group. According to a spokesperson for the family, the incident occurred on the building’s sixth floor.
Mr. Barrie was taken to the hospital on February 5, 2026, one day after the incident occurred. He passed away from his injuries on February 18, 2026.
The specialized Crime Against Elders unit is leading the investigation. Officers noted that police were not told about the assault until February 10, 2026, which was six days after the event took place.
