***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 offering a cash reward for any information leading to the arrest of Matthew Flannigan.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777 ext. 2316.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. "See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

Media Inquiries:

Halton Regional Police Service
Media Relations
Phone: 905-825-4899
Email: corpcomm@haltonpolice.ca

***UPDATE August 4, 2023***
The Halton Regional Police Service has obtained a more recent photo of Matthew Flannigan (attached).
Flannigan is wanted for multiple charges stemming from a traffic stop on July 22 in Burlington. These charges include Assault Peace Officer Cause Bodily Harm and Dangerous Operation. 

If seen do not approach Flannigan and contact police immediately. 

Anyone with information about Matthew Flannigan's whereabouts is requested to call 9-1-1.

Media Inquiries:

Halton Regional Police Service
Corporate Communications
Phone: 905-825-4899
Email: corpcomm@haltonpolice.ca



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***ORIGINAL RELEASE (July 24, 2023)***
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is requesting the public’s assistance in locating 31-year-old Matthew FLANNIGAN (pictured).

FLANNIGAN is described as male, white, 5’9” tall, with brown braided hair. He was operating a blue 2021 Honda CRV with Ontario marker CVFS 405.

In the early morning hours of Saturday, July 22nd, an HRPS officer conducted a traffic stop on Plains Road East in the City of Burlington. During the investigation, the officer formed grounds to arrest FLANNIGAN under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. A violent struggle with FLANNIGAN ensued, resulting in the officer sustaining serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

FLANNIGAN fled the area at a high rate of speed. At this time, his whereabouts are unknown.

The officer was transported to hospital and has since been released.

A Warrant 1st Instance has been issued for FLANNIGAN on charges of Possession Schedule 1 Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking, Assault Peace Officer Causing Bodily Harm, Flight from Peace Officer & Dangerous Operation.

Anyone with information about Matthew FLANNIGAN’s whereabouts is requested to call 9-1-1.

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Media Inquiries:

Halton Regional Police Service
Corporate Communications
Phone: 905-825-4899
Email: corpcomm@haltonpolice.ca