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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Serious Head-On Collision in Milton
Posted on Thursday, May 02, 2024 11:43 PM
At approximately 5:20pm on the 2nd of May 2024, the Halton Regional Police Service was notified of a serious motor vehicle collision involving two cars on Sixth Line Nassagaweya Line south of No 25 Side Road in Milton. Initial investigation indicates that a southbound Honda Civic driven by a 20 year old male from Milton, collided with a northbound Mazda driven by a 29 year old male from Acton. Both involved drivers were taken to hospital with serious, life threatening injuries.
Anyone with...
Police Warn of Dangers Associated with 'Assassins' Game
Posted on Thursday, May 02, 2024 12:14 PM
Police Warn of Dangers Associated with 'Assassins' Game Following Series of Incidents in Halton Region
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is once again warning parents and students about the dangers of the 'Assassins Game' following a series of reported incidents across the region in the past week.
The game involves high school students hunting or “assassinating” one another with water or Nerf-style guns. The “assassinations” can take place in a variety of settings, in public, and during...
Halton Regional Police Service’s New Deputy Chief Sworn-In at Burlington Ceremony
Posted on Thursday, April 25, 2024 04:30 PM
Kevin Maher was sworn in as the Halton Regional Police Service's (HRPS) new Deputy Chief of Police at a ceremony at the Atrium Banquet and Conference Centre in Burlington on Thursday, April 25, 2024.
The formal swearing-in ceremony was attended by the Halton Police Board, MPs, MPPs, community leaders, faith leaders, local and regional councillors, HRPS Senior Commanders, and a number of uniformed and civilian members of the Service.
Deputy Chief Maher joins Chief Stephen Tanner, Deputy Chief...
Oakville Break and Enter Suspect Facing Multiple Charges
Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 11:53 AM
A quick response by Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) officers leads to multiple charges for an Oakville break and enter suspect.
At 8:15pm on April 23, 2024, the Halton Regional Police Service responded to the report of a break and enter in progress at a private residence in the area of Sixth Line and Dundas Street East, Oakville. Upon arriving home, the homeowner observed and confronted the female suspect inside the garage of the residence where the suspect was attempting to take various...
SIM Swap Scam Investigation Leads to Multiple Arrests and Charges
Posted on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 10:45 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made a pair of arrests and laid multiple charges after an investigation into a SIM swap scam operating in Halton region.
This three-month investigation called Project Buff began after police identified a fraud network operating in Halton and the surrounding area. This group was using stolen phone numbers and counterfeit identification to empty their victim’s bank accounts at various financial institutions.
Investigators identified 13 victims who had...