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 Investigating After Shots Fired in Downtown Oakville
Posted on Monday, July 24, 2023 02:48 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating an altercation involving a firearm outside of a downtown Oakville restaurant.
On Friday July 21, 2023, at approximately 11:55 pm police were called to the area of Lakeshore Road East and Reynolds Street in Oakville after multiple reports of at least one gunshot being fired.
A victim was outside of a restaurant when he was approached by a suspect and an altercation took place. At least one shot was fired by the suspect. Fortunately, no one...
***UPDATE*** Auto Theft Prevention Campaign Expands
Posted on Thursday, July 06, 2023 08:26 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is pleased to announce the expansion of an existing a program to help combat auto thefts in the region of Halton.
Project Oxygen began in May (2023) and encourages residents to place third-party trackers (such as an Apple Air Tag, Tile, Galaxy Smart Tag or Atuvos) inside their vehicles. This program initially started with the participation of six dealerships in Oakville (see details provided in initial release below) installing the trackers for residents.
Police Seek Public's Assistance Identifying Suspect in Voyeurism Incident in Halton Hills
Posted on Friday, June 16, 2023 11:39 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service – 1 District Criminal Investigations Bureau is looking to identify a suspect in relation to a voyeurism incident in Halton Hills.
On April 29, 2023, at approximately 5:15pm, a female victim was in a changeroom at the Calvin Klein store located at the Toronto Premium Outlets at 13850 Steeles Avenue, Halton Hills.
While in the changeroom, a male suspect used his cell phone to record the victim by raising his hand over the door with his phone. The victim exited...
Police Seek Public Assistance in Identifying “Flight From Police” Suspects in Burlington
Posted on Thursday, June 15, 2023 03:14 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service – 3 District Response Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the operators of two different motorcycles who failed to stop for police in Burlington on June 13, 2023.
Incident 1:
The first incident occurred at approximately 11:15 am in the area of Northshore Boulevard East and the Indian Road. An officer observed a motorcycle with a licence plate that appeared to be fake. The officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop however the operator...
Auto Theft Trend Identified in Oakville
Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2023 09:52 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has identified an auto theft trend taking place in Oakville and is issuing some updated theft prevention tips for residents.
The HRPS is investigating six occurrences since May 19 (2023) of a similar nature. In these thefts, the thieves target the keys of high-end vehicles that are parked in the driveway. Most often thieves are looking for unlocked doors to houses in order to grab keys hanging near the front door. However, in one case the suspects did...