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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Halton Police Successfully Locate Person in Crisis Using Drone Technology
Posted on Tuesday, January 30, 2024 11:17 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) successfully located a person in crisis using an advanced drone system. This incident marks a significant achievement in leveraging technology to help ensure the safety and well-being of the Halton community.
At approximately 6:00 pm on Sunday January 28, 2024, the HRPS was notified of a person in crisis who had gone missing in the area of Neyagawa Boulevard and Dundas Street West in Oakville.
Due to the heavily wooded areas and bodies of water in the...
MISSING PERSON – BURLINGTON - Antonino “Nino” Ingarra
Posted on Sunday, January 28, 2024 01:55 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance is locating a missing Burlington man.
Antonino “Nino” Ingarra (42) of Burlington was last seen on December 24, 2023, in the area of New Street and Guelph Line.
Antonino is described as:
- Male
- White
- Approximately 5’5” tall, 180 lbs.
- Receding short brown hair and brown eyes
Antonino is missing his top teeth and often wears a sock over his right hand. A photo of Antonino is attached to this media release.
He was last seen wearing...
Serious Collision on Ninth Line Near Burnhamthorpe, Oakville
Posted on Sunday, January 28, 2024 11:35 AM
On January 28th, 2024 at approximately 2:30 am, a white Mazda was travelling southbound on Ninth Line near Burnhamthorpe in the town of Oakville. The vehicle lost control and left the roadway, struck a tree and came to rest in the front yard of a Ninth Line residence. A 24 year old female resident of Mississauga was taken to hospital by ambulance to receive emergency treatment for serious injuries and remains in their care at this time. Her family has been notified by Police. A 21 year old...
Sudden Death Investigation - Oakville
Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024 02:10 PM
**UPDATE** January 25, 2024
The death of a 20-year-old female in Oakville is no longer being considered suspicious by investigators.
Although the investigation is ongoing with the Office of the Chief Coroner, police are not seeking any suspects and do not anticipate laying any charges.
The Halton Regional Police Service would like to extend our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. At the request of the family, police will not be identifying the...
Armed Home Invasion in Milton
Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:10 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating an armed home invasion that took place in Milton.
On January 18, 2024, at approximately 11 pm, three armed suspects entered the garage of a home on Robert Street in downtown Milton. Two people who were working inside the garage at the time the suspects entered were forced into the home.
Once inside, the three suspects threatened the residents and demanded cash. The suspects also went to the second floor of the home and rummaged through...