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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Police Respond to Isolated Acts of Disorder On Canada Day in Oakville; Two Youth Arrested

Posted on Thursday, July 03, 2025 12:21 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) today shared results of its efforts to ensure safe Canada Day celebrations for Halton residents and visitors, particularly those attending Bronte Heritage Park in the Town of Oakville, on the evening of Tuesday, July 1.

As publicized on its X (Twitter) and Facebook social media channels in the days leading up to festivities, the HRPS dedicated a number of personnel and resources to planning and putting in place proactive measures to promote the safe...

Smash-and-Grab Robbery at Oakville Place Mall Under Investigation

Posted on Thursday, July 03, 2025 10:04 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a smash-and-grab style robbery that occurred at Oakville Place Mall.

On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at approximately 5:15 p.m., three suspects—wearing face masks and armed with hammers—entered Michael Hill Jewellery inside the mall. Once inside, the suspects smashed multiple display cases and stole a large quantity of jewellery. They remained in the store for roughly two minutes before fleeing.

The suspects were seen last seen leaving the...

Registered Massage Therapist Facing Charge of Sexual Assault in Milton (June 30)

Posted on Monday, June 30, 2025 10:45 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid a sexual assault charge against a registered massage therapist working in Milton.

The accused was working at “Massage Addict” located at 1130 Steeles Avenue in Milton at the time of the offence. Police were contacted after an adult female was sexually assaulted during a recent massage at that location.

On Friday June 27th, 2025, Ayman Alkassem (52) of Mississauga was arrested and charged with one count of Sexual Assault.

Shooting Investigation in Oakville

Posted on Saturday, June 28, 2025 09:41 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) Major Crime Unit is investigating a shooting in Oakville.

On June 28, 2025, at approximately 12:25 a.m., an adult male was shot while seated inside his parked vehicle outside Hashtag Garden Modern Kitchen and Lounge, located at 177 Cross Avenue in Oakville.

A suspect vehicle approached, and two male suspects exited and confronted the victim. During the interaction, the victim sustained gunshot injuries.

The suspects—both wearing dark clothing and face...

Two Suspects Arrested Following a Carjacking in North Burlington

Posted on Friday, June 27, 2025 03:10 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested two males and laid multiple charges in response to a carjacking investigation in North Burlington.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 5:35 p.m. the female victim was operating her Porsche Macan in the area of Guelph Line and Derry Road when the victim became concerned as they noticed they were being followed by a grey Chevrolet pick-up truck. The victim pulled into the parking lot of Kilbride Public School located on Panton Street where two...