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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Arrest Made in Georgetown Break and Enters
Posted on Thursday, March 28, 2024 12:58 PM
On Monday March 25, 2024, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS), responded to two separate break and enter occurrences in the area of Main Street North and Kennedy Street, Georgetown. Both entries occurred over the preceding weekend while the homeowners were away. The suspect forced entry to both residences taking items of value, debit and credit cards.
As a result of the investigation on March 27, 2024, Christopher Dayfoot (38), of Georgetown, has been charged with the following:
- Break and...
Pharmacy Robbery in Milton
Posted on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 02:19 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating the robbery of a pharmacy in Milton. On Monday, March 26, 2024, at approximately 3:00 pm police were called to the Miltowne Pharmacy on Commercial Street. Four suspects entered the pharmacy and quickly got behind the counter, assaulted an employee and demanded drugs.
The suspects took a quantity of narcotics from the safe as well as cash from the register and left in newer model dark grey Honda CRV. The vehicle fled the scene northbound...
Halton Police Board Appoints Kevin Maher as Deputy Chief of Police
Posted on Monday, March 25, 2024 02:13 PM
The Halton Police Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Superintendent Kevin Maher to the role of Deputy Chief of Police for the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS).
The Board approved the new Deputy Chief position last month in response to the growing needs of the Service and community, and considered candidates solely from the HRPS.
Deputy Chief Maher has issued the following statement, “I am deeply honoured to have been selected to assume the role of Deputy Chief. I look forward to...
Two Suspects Arrested after Oakville Home Invasion
Posted on Monday, March 25, 2024 10:46 AM
Media Update:
As a result of investigation into the Oakville home invasion of March 25, 2024:
Bangalee Jabateh (18), of no fixed address, has been charged with the following:
- Robbery with a Firearm
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
- Obstruct Peace Officer
Jaheim Turner (20), of Mississauga, has been charged with the following:
- Robbery with a Firearm
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
Both accused have been held in custody pending a bail hearing.
The Halton Regional...
Fail to Remain Pedestrian Collision in Burlington
Posted on Monday, March 25, 2024 05:44 AM
At approximately 8:32pm on the 24th of March 2024, the Halton Regional Police Service was notified of a pedestrian involved motor vehicle collision on Fairview Street in Burlington in the vicinity of the Burlington GO station at 2101 Fairview Street. Initial investigation indicates that a 35 year old male was crossing Fairview Street when he was struck by a motor vehicle. He sustained serious injuries and was rushed to a trauma center. The vehicle that struck him did not remain on scene. The...