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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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...

Daytime Shooting In Oakville

Posted on Saturday, November 16, 2024 04:16 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a shooting incident that took place in Oakville on Saturday morning.

On November 16th 2024 at approximately 10:28 a.m. an adult male was shot outside his Oakville residence. A vehicle was seen approaching the man’s residence which is located in the area of Wavecrest Street and Creek Path Avenue in Oakville. One assailant was seen exiting the vehicle and immediately confronted the victim. During the ensuing interaction, the victim...

Nearly 300 Youth Clothed Through Kozy Kids 2024

Posted on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 10:27 AM

Thanks to the generosity of residents and business owners, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has clothed nearly 300 underserved youth through our 4th Annual Kozy Kids Initiative.

The HRPS Youth Engagement Team (YET) has proudly distributed a total of 296 new snowsuits to underserved youth across Halton who were identified with the support of local schools and community partners.

Kozy Kids was kickstarted in 2021 by two HRPS Constables who learned that a number of children – many of whom...

Distraction Theft of Jewelry in Oakville

Posted on Thursday, November 07, 2024 03:35 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a distraction style theft of jewelry in Oakville.

On November 5, 2024, at approximately 2:30 pm an elderly female was walking in the area of Lakeshore Road and Nelson Street when approached by a lone female suspect.

The suspect showed the victim some fake golden jewelry including a large gold ring, gold bracelet and a gold chain. The suspect then tried to hug the victim and placed the chain around her neck and walked away. A short time...

Arson Investigation in Burlington

Posted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 12:35 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in an arson investigation in Burlington.

On Friday October 11, 2024, at approximately 6:00 am police were called to a fire at a townhouse complex located near Appleby Line and Taywood Avenue in Burlington. This complex is in the final phases of construction and consists of a mix of occupied and unoccupied homes.

The fire was intentionally set and damaged two unoccupied units. Burlington Fire attended and were quickly...