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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Distraction Theft of Jewelry in Oakville
Posted on Thursday, November 07, 2024 03:35 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a distraction style theft of jewelry in Oakville.
On November 5, 2024, at approximately 2:30 pm an elderly female was walking in the area of Lakeshore Road and Nelson Street when approached by a lone female suspect.
The suspect showed the victim some fake golden jewelry including a large gold ring, gold bracelet and a gold chain. The suspect then tried to hug the victim and placed the chain around her neck and walked away. A short time...

Arson Investigation in Burlington
Posted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 12:35 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance in an arson investigation in Burlington.
On Friday October 11, 2024, at approximately 6:00 am police were called to a fire at a townhouse complex located near Appleby Line and Taywood Avenue in Burlington. This complex is in the final phases of construction and consists of a mix of occupied and unoccupied homes.
The fire was intentionally set and damaged two unoccupied units. Burlington Fire attended and were quickly...

Crime Stoppers of Halton Launches Community Watch, Pilot Program
Posted on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 11:15 AM
Crime Stoppers of Halton is pleased to announce that, in partnership with the Halton Police Board and Halton Regional Police Service, CSH is launching the Community Watch pilot program in South-East Oakville (Ward 3).
As many homeowners in Halton express growing concerns about increasing incidents of auto theft, home and business break-ins, vandalism, and an overall sense of diminishing safety, Crime Stoppers provides the community with an opportunity to stay informed, learn effective...

Jewelry Robbery Investigation in Burlington
Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 03:17 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating the jewelry robbery of an elderly male in Burlington.
On October 19, 2024, at approximately 1:00 pm the male victim had just parked his car at the Navy Club located on Industrial Street in Burlington when he was approached by two suspects seated in a vehicle. The suspect in the passenger seat of the vehicle expressed interest in a gold ring the male was wearing and pulled it off his finger. During a brief struggle, the suspect also...

Police in Milton Looking for Owners of Stolen Bikes and Scooters
Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 02:05 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is looking to identify the owners of multiple stolen bikes and electric scooters recovered by police during the recent execution of a search warrant.
On Saturday October 12, 2024, police executed a warrant at a residence in the area of Yates Drive and Thompson Road South in Milton as part of an investigation into bike thefts taking place in Milton. Police recovered multiple stolen bikes and two electric scooters. Some of the bike’s owners have been...