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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Woman Deceased after Being Pulled out of Water in Oakville

Posted on Monday, August 29, 2022 06:31 PM

On Monday, August 29, 2022, at approximately 10:30 am, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) received a call from witnesses reporting multiple persons in distress in the water of Lake Ontario at Coronation Park in Oakville.

The HRPS Marine Unit attended, located and rescued a 10-year-old boy from the water. The boy was physically unharmed but taken to hospital for precautionary reasons.

Oakville Fire and Halton EMS also attended the scene, and a young adult female was pulled from the water...

Arrests made in Drug and Gun Investigation

Posted on Monday, August 29, 2022 11:28 AM

On August 26^th, 2022, members of the Halton Regional Police Service Drug and Human Trafficking Unit (DHTU) concluded a two-month investigation in relation to a drug trafficking network based in the Town of Halton Hills that spanned across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).

Between August 25^th and 26^th2022, three Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrants were executed at residences in Georgetown and Toronto. Investigators seized:

A loaded 9mm Taurus G3C handgun.
A loaded fully...

Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision - Georgetown

Posted on Saturday, August 27, 2022 08:23 PM

On Saturday August 27^th, 2022 the Halton Regional Police responded to a single motor vehicle collision in front of 13619 7 HWY, Georgetown.

At approximately 1:30am, a blue Toyota sedan had been traveling southbound on 7 HWY when it left the roadway and collided with a raised driveway culvert. A lone male occupant was assessed by responding EMS and unfortunately succumbed to his injuries. He was pronounced deceased on scene.

Due to the nature of the investigation, the Halton Regional...

Criminal Investigation in Oakville Leads to Gun and Drug Seizure and Arrests

Posted on Friday, August 26, 2022 12:47 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has completed a criminal investigation in Oakville with two arrests, multiples charges and the seizure of a firearm.

On August 25, 2022, officers arrested Sahil Chona (28) of Oakville. He has been charged with the following:

Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (5 counts)
Trafficking Cocaine
Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Unauthorized
Possession of Prohibited Firearm with...

Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Motorcycle Driver in Burlington

Posted on Friday, August 26, 2022 09:43 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is looking for assistance from the public in identifying the driver of a motorcycle who failed to stop for police.

On August 10, 2022, an HRPS officer was conducting proactive patrols in the Millcroft area of Burlington, as a result of recent traffic complaints. At approximately 3:00 pm, a motorcycle was observed speeding, weaving back and forth and not stopping at a stop sign in the area of Sarazen Drive and Couples Crescent. The officer attempted...