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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Auto Theft Prevention Campaign Launches in Oakville
Posted on Friday, July 26, 2024 12:38 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has launched a new initiative to help combat auto thefts in the Town of Oakville.
Aftermarket GPS trackers contribute to the recovery of approximately 40% of stolen vehicles in Oakville, and police hope their broader use will reduce auto thefts and lead to even more recoveries. Project Oxygen encourages residents to place third-party trackers (such as an Apple Air Tag, Tile, Galaxy Smart Tag or Atuvos) inside their vehicles.
Tracker tools utilize technology...
Police Searching for Potential Victims After Arrest Made in Human Trafficking Investigation
Posted on Thursday, July 25, 2024 10:19 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service has arrested and charged a suspect in relation to a sex trafficking investigation in Halton Region.
In June 2024, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) began an investigation into a report of an adult female that was allegedly being trafficked by the suspect within the Region of Halton. Members of the HRPS Human Trafficking Unit took carriage of the investigation and determined that over the course of approximately one year the suspect physically abused the...
Rent Fraud at Seniors Residence in Burlington
Posted on Thursday, July 25, 2024 09:39 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a fraud involving the Palmer Place Seniors Residence in Burlington.
Current and potential residents have been contacted via email and asked to pay rent via e-transfer. In the case of potential residents, they are being advised that a unit has become available and asked to transfer a cash payment for rent up front, varying from one month to a year.
Police have confirmed with Palmer Place that these emails are fraudulent and that any...
Female Charged with Multiple Offences after Posing as a Registered Massage Therapist
Posted on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 03:46 PM
In January of 2024 members of the Halton Regional Police Financial Crimes Unit began a lengthy investigation into allegations of identity fraud in which a female had portrayed herself as a licenced massage therapist, operating both from her residence and in a mobile capacity, providing services to a number of unsuspecting individuals.
Investigation determined that the suspect had acquired and was using the registration numbers of legitimate licenced massage therapists and after receiving payment...
Two Suspects Charged in Relation to Four Violent Carjackings in 2023
Posted on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 12:20 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has laid multiple charges against two male suspects who were identified in relation to four violent carjackings across Burlington and Oakville in October 2023.
In all incidents, the suspects approached the drivers in public areas and attempted to physically remove them from their high-end vehicles. A handgun was seen, however none of the victims suffered any physical injuries.
In response to these carjackings, officers with the HRPS 2 District (Oakville)...