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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Two suspects arrested while breaking into an Oakville business
Posted on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 02:08 PM
Two suspects arrested by the Halton Regional Police Service while breaking into an Oakville business.
On July 8, 2024, at 10:50 pm, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) was called to River Oaks Convenience in Oakville, in response to an active break and enter occurring at the location. Upon arrival three suspects attempted to flee the area on foot, however after a short foot pursuit one suspect was taken onto custody. A search of the area was subsequently conducted with a second suspect...
Project Breakdown Dismantles Gun and Drug Trafficking Network Operating in Halton
Posted on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 08:51 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made a large weapons and drug seizure following the conclusion of a lengthy investigation titled Project Breakdown. HRPS officers have also arrested four people and laid nearly 80 charges in connection with the investigation.
Project Breakdown began in February 2024 and was conducted by members of the HRPS Regional Drug and Organized Crime Unit and the 2 District CIB – Street Crime Unit. It targeted a fentanyl and firearms trafficking network operating...
July 5th 2024 Serious Collision - RR 25 at Whitlock Ave, Milton
Posted on Friday, July 05, 2024 10:42 PM
On July 5th 2024 at approximately 3:35pm, a collision occurred in the area of Regional Road 25 & Whitlock Ave in the Town of Milton involving a Tesla driven by a 56 year old male from Brampton, and a Ram Pick up Truck driven by a 53 year old male from Milton. As a result of the collision, a six year old passenger from the Tesla was transported to hospital with serious injuries.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has video of the incident, who has not yet spoken to police is asked to call the...
Police Make Arrest After Robbery at Oakville Place Mall
Posted on Friday, July 05, 2024 10:30 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made one arrest, and are searching for two additional suspects after a robbery at Oakville Place Mall.
On July 2, 2024, at approximately 6:00 pm, three masked suspects conducted a knife point robbery of the WOW Mobile Cellphone kiosk at the mall. One of the suspects was apprehended by security guards at the mall and arrested by police a short time later. One of the security guards was assaulted by the suspect and suffered a minor injury. Two suspects...
Halton Police Implement Biometric Health Monitoring System for Detainees
Posted on Wednesday, July 03, 2024 12:15 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has implemented a new biometric health monitoring system to help ensure the safety of detainees in police custody.
The system which was implemented in June, 2024, offers continuous, real-time monitoring of vital health metrics, including the heart rate and respiratory rate of detainees. The system is operational at the HRPS Central Lock-Up, located at 20 Division in Oakville, and provides alerts to staff in the event of medical distress. Using...