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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Three Charged with Multiple Offences in Relations to Burlington Vehicle Rollover Investigation

Posted on Monday, October 28, 2024 10:20 AM

On Monday January 29, 2024, at 3:43 am the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) responded to a vehicle roll over located on the westbound QEW off ramp at Brant Street in Burlington. Three male and one female occupant of a Dodge Ram pick-up truck were located on scene having been thrown from the vehicle. All of the occupants were transported to hospital where one of the males was pronounced deceased. A quantity of fentanyl and cocaine, along with a firearm were also located at the scene.

The...

Oakville Man Arrested for Child Luring

Posted on Friday, October 25, 2024 08:35 AM

In early October 2024 the Halton Regional Police Service Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit commenced an investigation into an incident of child luring that began in September of this year.

As a result of this investigation, on October 18, 2024, Patrick McCash (21) of Oakville, was arrested and charged with the following offences:

Luring a child
Sexual assault (2 Counts)
Sexual interference (2 Counts)

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Investigators are concerned there may be...

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...

Crime Stoppers of Halton Launches Community Watch, Pilot Program

Posted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 11:15 AM

Crime Stoppers of Halton is pleased to announce that, in partnership with the Halton Police Board and Halton Regional Police Service, CSH is launching the Community Watch pilot program in South-East Oakville (Ward 3).

As many homeowners in Halton express growing concerns about increasing incidents of auto theft, home and business break-ins, vandalism, and an overall sense of diminishing safety, Crime Stoppers provides the community with an opportunity to stay informed, learn effective...

Jewelry Robbery Investigation in Burlington

Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 03:17 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating the jewelry robbery of an elderly male in Burlington.

On October 19, 2024, at approximately 1:00 pm the male victim had just parked his car at the Navy Club located on Industrial Street in Burlington when he was approached by two suspects seated in a vehicle. The suspect in the passenger seat of the vehicle expressed interest in a gold ring the male was wearing and pulled it off his finger. During a brief struggle, the suspect also...