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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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Drug Trafficking Investigation in Burlington Leads to Three Arrests

Posted on Thursday, May 18, 2023 03:08 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) – 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau / Street Crime Unit has arrested three people in relation to a drug trafficking investigation in Burlington.

In April 2023, officers began an investigation into drugs transactions occurring within the area of Cleta Drive and Queensway Drive in Burlington.  

A Controlled Drug and Substances Act search warrant was executed on May 11, 2023 at an address on Queensway Drive. As a result of the search, the following...

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Traffic Stop in Halton Hills Leads to Gun Seizure

Posted on Thursday, May 18, 2023 08:08 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service has arrested three people after a traffic stop leads to the seizure of a firearm.

 On May 17, 2023 at approximately 1:30 am, an officer was conducting speed enforcement on Trafalgar Road in Halton Hills.  A vehicle was observed traveling at a high rate of speed and a traffic stop was conducted in the area of Steeles Avenue and Hornby Road.  Three occupants were located in the vehicle at the time of the stop.  Grounds were formed under the Cannabis Control Act...

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Oakville Man Arrested for Sexual Offence

Posted on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 02:48 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested an Oakville man for a sex offence involving a youth and investigators believe there may be additional victims. 

In May (2023), a female youth was invited to the residence of the accused in order to discuss a potential cleaning job. Once inside, the youth was told she did not have to clean but would still be paid. The accused then offered her wine and made sexual comments. The victim fled the residence and police were contacted.

On May 12, 2023...

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Auto Theft Prevention Campaign Launches in Oakville

Posted on Monday, May 15, 2023 01:41 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has launched a new initiative to help combat auto thefts in the Town of Oakville.

Aftermarket GPS trackers contribute to the recovery of approximately 40% of stolen vehicles in Oakville, and police hope their broader use will reduce auto thefts and lead to even more recoveries. Project Oxygen encourages residents to place third-party trackers (such as an Apple Air Tag, Tile, Galaxy Smart Tag or Atuvos) inside their vehicles.

Tracker tools utilize technology...

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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...

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