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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Shoppers Drug Mart Break and Enter in Milton

Posted on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 02:33 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has laid multiple charges after two suspects were arrested during an early morning commercial break and enter in Milton.

On August 13, 2025, at approximately 2:55 a.m. officers responded to a break and enter in progress at the Shoppers Drug Mart located at 265 Main Street East. Three male suspects fled upon police arrival with one suspect arrested at the scene. A second suspect attempted to flee in a waiting blue Honda CRV and was arrested a short...

Indecent Act Investigation – Oakville

Posted on Wednesday, August 13, 2025 12:01 PM

Updated Release (Aug 14):

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest in response to a male committing an indecent act in Oakville.

On August 11, 2025, a male suspect rang the doorbell of at least two homes on Pelee Boulevard in Oakville. When no one answered, he committed an indecent act while facing the doorbell camera.

On August 13, 2025 investigators positively identified the suspect as Luke Hird (25) of No Fixed Address.

Hird has been charged with two counts of Indecent Act...

HRPS celebrates International Youth Day by launching their first-ever Youth Engagement Strategy

Posted on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 11:18 AM

In celebration of International Youth Day, The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has today released their first-ever Youth Engagement Strategy; a roadmap that will guide their youth-related work from 2025-2027.

The strategy was created in consultation with HRPS members, the Service’s Youth Advisory Council, and 49 local community partners and the youth they serve, representing various sectors including education, healthcare, youth justice, child welfare and family supports, and...

Police Seeking Public’s Assistance in Milton Robbery Investigation

Posted on Wednesday, August 06, 2025 02:42 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects involved in a robbery at Scott Neighbourhood Park, located at 311 Savoline Boulevard in Milton.

On Friday, July 11, 2025, at approximately 1:00 p.m., a male youth was approached by a group of four males wearing black tracksuits and face masks. The suspects assaulted the victim, stole his phone, and then smashed it before leaving the scene. The youth sustained injuries requiring medical...

Project Nightshade Drug Trafficking Investigation

Posted on Wednesday, August 06, 2025 12:00 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made three arrests and laid 20 criminal charges following a lengthy drug trafficking investigation.

In October of 2024, members of the 1 District Street Crime Unit began an investigation into illicit drug trafficking occurring within Halton Region which resulted in three suspects being identified.

On July 7, 2025, HRPS officers with the assistance of the Waterloo Regional Police Service, executed Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrants on...