Media Releases

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’s Assistance in Identifying Oakville Sexual Assault Suspect

Posted on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:17 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) – Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male responsible for the sexual assault of an Oakville woman.

On Saturday, May 20, 2023, at approximately 10:30 am, the victim was walking in the area of Sandpiper Road and Fourth Line in Oakville when she was grabbed from behind by an unknown male. The victim fell to the ground and the suspect left the area on foot. No physical injuries were reported.

Police...

Halton Regional Police Service Releases 2022 Annual Report

Posted on Monday, May 15, 2023 11:23 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is pleased to announce that it has released its 2022 Annual Report to members of the public, community partners, and other key stakeholders. The online-only edition is available here or at www.haltonpolice.ca via the top rotating banner, as well as under About Us -> Reports and Publications in the drop-down menu.

Click here to view this year’s Annual Report message from Chief Stephen Tanner.

Launched as part of with Police Week, the report indicates that as the...