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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Police Looking to Identify Suspect in Retirement Residence Break-In
Posted on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 11:14 AM
UPDATE:
The Halton Regional Police Service has identified and arrested the suspect in relation to this investigation.
Gagandeep Goyal (33) of Hamilton has been charged with Break and Enter. He was released on an Undertaking.
ORIGINAL RELEASE:
The Halton Regional Police Service – 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau is looking to identify a suspect responsible for a break and enter to a retirement residence in Burlington.
On March 1, 2022, at approximately 2:00 pm, the victim was in the...

Impaired Driving Offences - March 20, 2023
Posted on Monday, March 20, 2023 11:57 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service remains committed to road safety through prevention, education and enforcement initiatives.
On March 17, 2023, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Main Street East and Martin Street in Milton. As a result of an investigation, Nikita Belach (28) of Toronto was charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand.
On March 17, 2023, Halton Police officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Upper Middle Road and...

Launch of Second Annual #NoHateInHalton – Collaborative Anti-Hate Campaign
Posted on Monday, March 20, 2023 11:10 AM
Join the Conversation - Help Put an End to Hate in Our Region
Oakville, ON -The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is proud to announce the launch of the second annual anti-hate campaign#NoHateInHalton. This year’s collaborative campaign, which officially kicked-off at a morning ceremony at Headquarters, will runMarch 20th to 24th.
In a continued effort to stop hate and promote respect, equity and inclusivity in our community, HRPS has partnered with the Halton District School Board, Halton...

Impaired Driving Offences - March 17, 2023
Posted on Friday, March 17, 2023 10:00 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service remains committed to road safety through prevention, education and enforcement initiatives.
On March 13, 2023, Halton Police officers responded to a citizen-initiated complaint in the area of Walkers Line and Palladium Way in Burlington. As a result of an investigation, Steven Nguyen (37) of Ancaster was charged with operation while impaired.
On March 13, 2023, Halton Police officers responded to a motor vehicle collision in the area of Margaret Drive and...

Female Arrested in Chemical Attack on Milton Woman
Posted on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 12:29 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service – 1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau has arrested a female in relation to a chemical attack on a Milton woman.
On March 9, 2023 at approximately 1:25 pm, the victim was walking in the area of Syer Drive and Maxted Crescent in Milton when she was approached by a suspect on foot. The suspect threw an unknown chemical onto the victim which caused severe burns to her face and body. The suspect then took the victim's cell phone and fled the scene. The...