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Vehicle Fire Investigation Launched in Georgetown

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a vehicle fire in Georgetown. On November 3, 2023, at approximately 2:00 am, police attended a residence in the area of Trafalgar Road and 15 Side Road following reports of a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. The fire did not spread beyond the vehicle and was quickly extinguished by the Halton Hills Fire Department.

Investigators also found shell casings at the scene and multiple bullet holes on the vehicle. However, no persons were...

Caught On Tape – Suspect to Identify: Occurrence Number: 2023-266717

At approximately 5:13 p.m. on August 20, 2023, two suspects attended Peoples Jewellers, located at 13850 Steeles Avenue in the Town of Halton Hills, and stole more than $50,000 worth of jewelry.

Suspect 1: Male, average build, dark hair, eyeglasses (on shirt in photo), wearing a salmon-coloured golf shirt, grey jeans, and white sneakers.

Suspect 2: Female, average build, long dark hair in a ponytail, wearing a blue cotton shirt with stars on it, black leggings, white sneakers, and carrying a...

Suspect Sought After Officer Seriously Injured Following Burlington Traffic Stop

***UPDATE October 31, 2023***

Matthew Flannigan remains at-large at this time.  The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has continued this investigation and as a result, Flannigan is also wanted for the following additional offences:

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device
• Possession of a Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order (2 counts)
• Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition

If seen, do not approach Flannigan.  Call 9-1-1 immediately.

The HRPS is...

Police Seek to Identify Break and Enter Suspects (Oakville)

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects responsible for a break-in to a home in Oakville.

In recent weeks, Oakville has experienced multiple break-ins of a similar style. Houses that back onto green spaces have been targeted and thieves have gained entry by smashing the rear sliding glass door. The suspects have been stealing jewelry, high-end clothing, and cash. The break-ins have been occurring during the day and through the...

Home Renovation Fraud Warning October 17, 2023

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is issuing a warning to residents about a home repair fraud operating in the region.

The fraud involves contractors travelling door-to-door selling services that are unsolicited by a consumer. These services include but are not limited to chimney repair, general masonry work, step and driveway repairs and general debris cleaning or roof repairs and waterproofing.

The suspect may provide a quote with prices lower than market value and once a deal is...