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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Police Seeks Public Assistance in Identifying Suspect that Committed an Indecent Act in Oakville

Posted on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 03:18 PM

***UPDATE*** February 13, 2024

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges in relation to a sexual assault that occurred at Oakville Place mall.

On Monday, February 12, 2024, Paul Swanson (62) of Brampton was arrested. He has been charged with the following:

Committing an Indecent Act;
Sexual Assault (2 counts);
Sexual Interference (2 counts);
Failing to Comply with Probation.

Swanson is being held in custody pending a Bail Hearing.

The offences took place on February...

HRPS Expands Lifesaving Naloxone Kit Distribution Program

Posted on Tuesday, February 06, 2024 11:39 AM

As part of its ongoing response to the opioid crisis facing Halton and beyond, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is further expanding its lifesaving naloxone kit distribution program to include select frontline officers and support personnel who work closely with those at risk of drug poisoning.

Beginning on February 6th, those assigned to the Service’s Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team (MCRRT), Community Mobilization Officers, and support workers will be part of a new pilot program...

Armed Home Invasion in Milton

Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:10 AM

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

On January 18, 2024, at approximately 11 pm, three armed suspects entered the garage of a home on Robert Street in downtown Milton. Two people who were working inside the garage at the time the suspects entered were forced into the home.

Once inside, the three suspects threatened the residents and demanded cash. The suspects also went to the second floor of the home and rummaged through...

Police Seeking Public’s Assistance in Home Invasion Investigation

Posted on Monday, January 15, 2024 03:47 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance with the investigation into a home invasion in Milton.

On January 14, 2024, at approximately 12:00 a.m., three suspects entered a home on Commercial Street in Milton via an unlocked front door. The suspects were wearing masks and were armed with handguns. The suspects assaulted the occupants of the house and made demands for cash. Personal property was taken.

The victims did not suffer serious physical injuries as a...

Man Arrested Following Incident at Spencer Smith Park

Posted on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 01:35 PM

On Wednesday, December 27 at approximately 9:30 am, Halton Regional Police Service received a call regarding a 35-year-old male, allegedly, in breach of court conditions and having possession of a stolen vehicle in the area of Spencer Smith Park in Burlington.

As officers arrived, the male attempted to evade police by jumping into Lake Ontario and concealing himself within a pipe. With the assistance of the HRPS Tactical Unit, Hamilton Police Service’s Marine Unit, Burlington Fire Department,...