Media Releases

Our Media Relations Officers are the official spokespersons for the Halton Regional Police Service and act as the primary liaisons between the police service and the media.

Communications for emergency and major incidents

Whenever feasible, the Halton Regional Police Service will provide information to the public on emergencies and major incidents. Such information is released through direct notification to media agencies and postings to our website and Twitter account. If necessary, the information will include alert or warning messages and instructions.

The immediate release of information will be dependent on public, victim and officer safety concerns as well as investigative integrity.

Are you a member of a media outlet and have an inquiry?

For media inquiries, please call 905-825-4899 or email CorpComm@haltonpolice.ca.

Hours of availability are Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm.

For after hours requests, please contact the on-duty Staff Sergeant for each district.

Oakville: 905-825-4777 ext. 2210

Burlington: 905-825-4777 ext. 2310

Milton and Halton Hills: 905-825-4777 ext. 2410

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Media Invite: Miracle on Main Street Kick-Off Event 2024

Posted on Thursday, November 21, 2024 12:20 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service is asking residents to show their generosity and kindness over the holiday season.

The annual Miracle on Main Street will once again be collecting toys and donations for underserved youth in Halton.

The Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation is a Milton-based charity started by wrestling legends, humanitarians and philanthropists; Tiger Jeet Singh and his son Tiger Ali Singh. For the past several years, the Halton Regional Police Service has partnered with the Tiger Jeet...

Oakville Bell Store Robbery

Posted on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 01:42 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking witnesses after employees were threatened and devices taken from the Bell store located in Oakville Place Mall.

On November 18, 2024, at approximately 8:30 p.m. three suspects entered the Bell Store located inside Oakville Place Mall. The suspects ripped a selection of cell phones and tablets from their display cases before fleeing the area. Employees were verbally threatened however no weapons were used or seen. No physical injuries were...

Two Arrests and Drug Charges after Investigation in Oakville

Posted on Tuesday, November 19, 2024 08:27 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made two arrests and laid multiple charges after a traffic stop in Oakville.

On Saturday November 16, 2024, at approximately 1:30 am police attempted a traffic stop in the area of Kobzar Drive and Travertine Drive. The vehicle accelerated away from police at a high rate of speed.

Police were able to stop the vehicle with the use of a tire deflation device near Trafalgar Road on the eastbound 407. The two female occupants of the vehicle were taken into...

Weekend Oakville Break ins Target High End Vehicles

Posted on Monday, November 18, 2024 03:45 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a pair of break ins that are believed to be linked and targeted luxury vehicles in Oakville.

On the morning of Saturday November 16, 2024, at approximately 4:10 am suspects attended an address on Lakeshore Road and attempted to break into the home. The attempt was unsuccessful and police believe the motive for this break-in was the keys to the resident’s vehicles.

A short time later, two suspects attended an address in the area of Third...

Male Arrested in Oakville Facing Gun and Drug Charges

Posted on Monday, November 18, 2024 02:57 PM

A man is facing multiple gun and drug charges after an early morning traffic stop in Oakville.

On November 16, 2024, at approximately 4:30 am, Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) officers witnessed a vehicle driving at extreme speeds as it exited the QEW at Royal Windsor Drive.

The vehicle entered the Ford Assembly Plant where a traffic stop was conducted by HRPS officers.

The male was found to be in possession of a loaded semi-automatic firearm and drugs including cocaine and fentanyl.

As a...