THUNDER BAY – Thunder Bay's city manager says he's aware of allegations of racism levelled at a Thunder Bay Transit driver, adding the alleged incident is under investigation.
According to a recent Facebook post, a transit driver refused to let elderly Indigenous passengers off at their stop, and when the son of the couple in question reacted, the driver allegedly told the young man to 'Go jump in the river.'
In a release issued late Monday night, city manager John Collin said an investigation is under way.
"We are committed to fostering a welcoming, safe and inclusive transit service for all employees, passengers and the general public," Collin said. "We thank those who've come forward to share their concerns. Be assured this matter is being thoroughly investigated and addressed."
There have been a number of deaths and other close calls involving Indigenous men and women around Thunder Bay water ways in recent years.
The release went on to say no interviews would be granted at this time.
According to the Facebook post, the alleged incident took place between 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. on the Memorial to County Fair route on Aug. 5.
