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...

Taylor Swift Ticket Fraud

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a series of ticket frauds involving the Taylor Swift concert series currently taking place in Toronto.

On Thursday November 14, 2024, the HRPS began receiving a number of complaints involving undelivered tickets. To date, the HRPS has now received approximately 40 complaints of fraudulent or nonexistent tickets involving the same vendor. The estimated total value of these tickets is more than $70,000.

The HRPS Financial Crimes Unit is...