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 Investigation in Burlington Leads to Arrests and Multiple Guns Seized
Posted on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 01:55 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has completed a drug investigation in Burlington that ended with multiple arrests, more than a dozen charges, and significant gun and drug seizures.
Project Oyster was a lengthy investigation conducted by the 3 District (Burlington) Street Crime Unit with the assistance of multiple units within the HRPS, the Hamilton Police Service and the Ontario Provincial Police.
On February 15, 2024, police executed warrants at addresses in Burlington, Hamilton,...
Auto Theft Arrest in Oakville
Posted on Friday, February 16, 2024 03:25 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest in connection to an auto theft investigation in Oakville.
In the early morning hours of December 23, 2023, two Dodge Ram pickup trucks were stolen in a short period of time. One of the trucks was taken from a residence in Oakville and the second from a residence in Burlington.
Following an investigation by the 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau, Devondre Hall (22) of Etobicoke was arrested on Thursday February 15, 2024.
Hall has...
Pharmacy Robbery in Milton February 15, 2024
Posted on Thursday, February 15, 2024 04:17 PM
***UPDATED RELEASE*** March 7, 2024
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested a fourth suspect in relation to this robbery.
On March 4, 2024, officers arrested a 17-year-old male of Toronto in Toronto.
He has been charged with the following:
- Robbery with a Firearm
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
- Obstruct Peace Officer
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing in Milton.
Police are not seeking...
Police Seeks Public Assistance in Identifying Suspect that Committed an Indecent Act in Oakville
Posted on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 03:18 PM
***UPDATE*** February 13, 2024
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges in relation to a sexual assault that occurred at Oakville Place mall.
On Monday, February 12, 2024, Paul Swanson (62) of Brampton was arrested. He has been charged with the following:
- Committing an Indecent Act;
- Sexual Assault (2 counts);
- Sexual Interference (2 counts);
- Failing to Comply with Probation.
Swanson is being held in custody pending a Bail Hearing.
The offences took place on February...
Male Arrested and Charged for Assaulting GO Transit Special Constables
Posted on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 01:06 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid multiple charges after two Special Constables with GO Transit were assaulted.
On Friday February 9, 2024, at approximately 9:00 pm police responded to a call at the Burlington GO Transit station on Fairview Street after two Special Constables with GO Transit were assaulted during an interaction and arrest of a passenger.
Police attended and took custody of the passenger.
Sean Kelly (47) of No Fixed Address has been charged with...