Media Releases

Halton Regional Police Service Successfully Concludes "Project Whoville"

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of "Project Whoville," an investigation aimed at safeguarding the spirit of the holiday season.

The investigation has led to the apprehension of a notorious suspect—the so-called "Christmas Grinch"—whose actions threatened the joy and unity of the Halton community.

Project Whoville was launched earlier this month following multiple reports of gifts disappearing mysteriously from homes across Halton.

After...

Oakville Traffic Stop Leads to Impaired, Drug and Firearms Charges

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has laid multiple charges after loaded firearms and drugs were found during an Oakville traffic stop.

On December 19, 2024, at 9:05 a.m. the HRPS was made aware of a possible impaired driver operating a black Honda Civic in the area of the QEW and Bronte Road in Oakville. HRPS officers responded locating the suspect vehicle at Bronte Road and Saw Whet Boulevard and a traffic stop was conducted. An investigation was undertaken during which three loaded...

Witnesses Sought in Burlington Robbery

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking witnesses to assist in identifying a male suspect who committed a robbery in the parking lot of Mapleview Mall in Burlington.

On December 18, 2024, at approximately 7:40 p.m. the adult male victim attended the currency exchange located within Mapleview Mall where he purchased $7000 in US currency. At 8:00 p.m. the victim exited the doors of Sporting Life and was entering his parked vehicle when he was approached by a single male suspect (see...

Fail to Remain Pedestrian Collision in Georgetown

On December 17th, 2024 at approximately 5:40 pm, a pedestrian was struck at Mountainview Road and Campbell Gate by a dark coloured SUV. The elderly pedestrian was rushed to Georgetown Hospital where they are listed in stable condition. The involved vehicle failed to remain and was last observed driving south on Mountainview Road away from the scene.

Any witnesses to this incident, or drivers with dashcam or operating Tesla motor vehicles who were in the area around that time, are asked to...

Etobicoke Man Charged with Sexual Assault of Youth

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested and charged an Etobicoke man for the Sexual Assault of a 13-year-old female in Halton.

On December 16, 2024, Masoud Abdulla (35) of Etobicoke was arrested by HRPS officers. He has been charged with the following:

• Sexual Assault
• Luring by Telecommunications
• Sexual Interference
• Obtaining Sexual Services for Consideration

Abdulla used social media to connect with the victim and then drove to Halton to pick her up the evening of the assault. Prior to...