Media Releases

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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Three Arrested in Human Trafficking Investigation

Posted on Friday, September 05, 2025 12:26 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made three arrests and laid multiple charges as a result of a Human Trafficking investigation.

In April 2025 investigators with the HRPS Human Trafficking Unit began an investigation into allegations an adult female had been trafficked and exploited in the sex trade throughout southern Ontario between January and April of 2024. Police allege that the accused used coercion, manipulation, physical violence, and psychological harm to maintain control...

Serious Motorcycle Involved Collision in Oakville

Posted on Friday, September 05, 2025 04:28 AM

At approximately 10:35pm on September 4th 2025, the Halton Regional Police Service was notified of a serious motor vehicle collision at the intersection of Dundas Street East and Sixth Line in the Town of Oakville. The initial investigation indicates that a Honda minivan driven by a 52 year old Oakville man was westbound on Dundas Street East before it attempted to make a left turn to go south onto Sixth Line. At that time, a KTM motorcycle driven by a 23 year old Burlington woman was eastbound...

Suspect Sought Following Damage to Oakville Businesses

Posted on Tuesday, September 02, 2025 12:55 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) are requesting the public’s assistance with identifying a suspect who damaged store windows at businesses in Oakville.

Between August 26 and September 1, 2025, during the late evening and early morning hours (11:30 pm and 2:00 am) four retail businesses in the Bronte Harbour area of Oakville, near Lakeshore Road West, suffered damage after an unknown suspect threw a rock through the exterior store windows. There is no known connection between the...

Halton Regional Police Service Welcomes Students Back to School Through Project Safe Start 2025

Posted on Tuesday, September 02, 2025 10:39 AM

As students across Halton return to school this week, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is launching its 18th annual Project Safe Start campaign, aimed at reminding motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians to follow the rules of the road and be extra cautious.

Residents can expect an increased police presence around schools and nearby community safety zones as we remind people of the ABC’s of road safety – Always Be Cautious – and reinforce traffic laws to ensure a #SafeStart to the school...

Suspect Sought Following an Assault in Burlington

Posted on Friday, August 29, 2025 09:19 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) are requesting the public’s assistance with identifying an adult male who assaulted a teenaged female in Burlington.

On August 6, 2025, at approximately 2:50 pm the victim returned home from riding her bicycle and entered her residence garage located in the area of Headon Rd. and Deer Run Ave. While inside the garage she was approached and startled by the male suspect who requested a drink of water. As the victim attempted to assist the suspect, he...