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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Halton Regional Police Service Releases 2023 Annual Report

Posted on Monday, May 13, 2024 02:30 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is pleased to announce that it has released its 2023 Annual Report to members of the public, community partners, and key stakeholders. The online-only edition is available here or at www.haltonpolice.ca via the top rotating banner.

Click here to watch this year’s Annual Report message from Chief Stephen Tanner.

Coinciding with Police Week in Ontario, celebrated this year from May 12 to May 18, the 64-page report includes a collection of features that highlight key...

Artist rendering of the exterior and entrance of the new 1 District (12 Division)

Halton Police and Halton Region Break Ground on Modern, 66,000 Square-Foot 1 District Police Station

Posted on Wednesday, May 08, 2024 12:48 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) and Halton Region broke ground on a new 1 District Police Station in the Hornby community in the Town of Halton Hills earlier today.

With shovels in hand, HRPS Chief Stephen Tanner, Halton Regional Chair Gary Carr, Halton Police Board Chair Jeff Knoll, Mayor Ann Lawlor of Halton Hills, and Mayor Gordon Krantz of Milton officially signalled the start of construction on the new, 66,000 square-foot police station (picture attached). The new station will...

Deputy Kevin Maher pictured in Uniform next to title text reading Deputy Kevin Maher Sworn In

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...

Halton Police Board Approves 2024-2027 Strategic Plan

Posted on Wednesday, April 03, 2024 01:18 PM

On March 28, 2024, the Halton Police Board approved the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan that will help guide the Halton Regional Police Service’s priorities over the next four years.

The Strategic Plan was developed in collaboration with the Halton Regional Police Service and has been driven by the Halton community. This plan is results-based and community focused. This approach reflects the Board and Service’s community-first perspective and places an emphasis on community safety outcomes.

Guided by...

Halton Officer Dragged by Stolen Vehicle

Posted on Monday, February 26, 2024 11:57 AM

The Halton Regional Police have made an arrest in connection with an attempted auto theft in Milton.

On February 21 2024 at approximately 3:15am Halton Regional Police were dispatched to an address in the area of Woodward Avenue and Thompson Road North, Milton, after suspects attempted to steal a 2024 Toyota Tundra Pickup Truck. Officers quickly attended the area at which time several suspects fled on foot. While attempting to arrest a male in the suspect vehicle one officer was dragged for...