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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Project Safe Start Returns to School Drivers on the ABCs of Road Safety

Posted on Thursday, August 22, 2024 12:01 PM

In preparation for the return of students to class next month, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has again launched Project Safe Start. Now in its 17th year, the aim of this high-visibility back-to-school education and enforcement initiative is to ensure that all residents know that road safety starts with the ABCs - Always Be Cautious.

With the number of road users expected to spike post-Labour Day, so too does the risk of traffic-related injury, particularly for vulnerable road users –...

Armed Home Invasion in Milton August 20, 2024

Posted on Tuesday, August 20, 2024 03:24 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating an armed home invasion in Milton.

At approximately 11:45 am on August 20, 2024, a group of suspects broke into a house in the area of Tremaine Road and Louis St. Laurent Boulevard in Milton.

Residents were home and the suspects posed as a food delivery service. The suspects were in possession of a firearm however no shots were fired. A male resident was assaulted and suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital....

Police Seek to Identify Sexual Assault Suspect in Milton

Posted on Friday, August 09, 2024 09:06 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a sexual assault suspect in Milton.

On Sunday August 4, 2024, an adult female was sexually assaulted by an unidentified male.

The female entered the Indian Creek Trail path near Main Street and the Sherwood Community Centre and was walking southbound adjacent to Forbes Terrace at approximately 11:10 am when the assault took place. The suspect approached her from behind and slapped her buttocks with his...

Police Searching for Voyeurism Suspect at GO Station

Posted on Wednesday, August 07, 2024 02:43 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a voyeurism occurrence that took place at the Bronte GO Station in Oakville.

On Thursday August 1, 2024, an adult female was standing on platform number 3 at the Bronte GO station waiting to board the 4:26 pm train eastbound to Toronto’s Union Station.

A male suspect was observed standing near the female with his phone positioned under her dress. This was observed by multiple witnesses who were seated on the second level of the arriving...

Auto Theft Prevention Campaign Launches in Oakville

Posted on Friday, July 26, 2024 12:38 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has launched a new initiative to help combat auto thefts in the Town of Oakville.

Aftermarket GPS trackers contribute to the recovery of approximately 40% of stolen vehicles in Oakville, and police hope their broader use will reduce auto thefts and lead to even more recoveries. Project Oxygen encourages residents to place third-party trackers (such as an Apple Air Tag, Tile, Galaxy Smart Tag or Atuvos) inside their vehicles.

Tracker tools utilize technology...