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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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...
Halton Regional Police Service Seeks Public Assistance in Locating Wanted Person Trevor Adams
Posted on Monday, January 22, 2024 01:57 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service is seeking the public's assistance in locating Trevor Adams who is wanted for a series of criminal offences.
On June 23, 2023, Adams was involved in a collision near the intersection of Maple Avenue and Fairview Street in Burlington. He fled the scene without making attempts to check on the other driver or exchange information. Adams was located a short time later by police and again fled the scene. Subsequent attempts to locate and arrest Adams have been...
Home Invasion Investigation in Oakville
Posted on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 02:12 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) in investigating an overnight home invasion in Oakville.
On January 17 at approximately 1:40 am three suspects broke into a home on Grouse Lane by forcing down the locked front door. One of the suspects was armed with a handgun.
When confronted by a resident of the home, the suspects made demands for valuables and forced their way into the primary bedroom of the house. After obtaining some items, including cash, the suspects fled the scene in a dark...
IRON DRAGONS MOTORCYCLE CLUB MEMBER FACES NUMEROUS FIREARM CHARGES
Posted on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 08:32 AM
A member of the Iron Dragons Motorcycle Club was arrested on January 11, 2024, by the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) 2 District Street Crime Unit and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Biker Enforcement Unit when a search warrant was executed at a rural residence in Rockwood.
Upon entry, the accused attempted to flee the residence. They were immediately apprehended by the OPP Canine Unit. The accused received non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to hospital.
The...
Police Seeking Public’s Assistance in Home Invasion Investigation
Posted on Monday, January 15, 2024 03:47 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is seeking the public’s assistance with the investigation into a home invasion in Milton.
On January 14, 2024, at approximately 12:00 a.m., three suspects entered a home on Commercial Street in Milton via an unlocked front door. The suspects were wearing masks and were armed with handguns. The suspects assaulted the occupants of the house and made demands for cash. Personal property was taken.
The victims did not suffer serious physical injuries as a...