Media Releases

Public Advisory- Oakville Residential Break and Enters

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is asking residents to be aware and consider implementing safety measures after noting an increase in break and enter occurrences to Oakville homes that back onto green space and trail systems.

These break and enters have taken place during daytime and evening hours but have peaked between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Thieves typically enter through the rear door of the home and once inside will target cash, jewelry and luxury items. Occasionally...

Arrest Made in Burlington Voyeurism Investigation

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid multiple charges in relation to a voyeurism investigation in Burlington.

On October 28, 2024 the HRPS received a report of an adult male who was recording two female youths while they were present in the food court of the Mapleview Mall. The victims were not aware they were being recorded.

Carriage of the investigation was taken over by members of the Three District Criminal Investigations Bureau and a suspect was identified.

On...

Oakville Bell Store Robbery

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

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...