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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Former Educational Assistant Arrested in Internet Child Exploitation Investigation
Posted on Friday, March 08, 2024 12:33 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges in relation to an Internet Child Exploitation investigation involving a former Educational Assistant previously employed by the Halton District School Board.
On March 7, 2024, Cameron Ivens (42) of Milton was arrested.
He has been charged with the following:
- Make Child Pornography (15 Counts)
- Voyeurism (14 Counts)
- Sexual Assault (6 Counts)
- Possession of Child Pornography (3 Counts)
- Sexual Interference (3 Counts)
- Exposure to...
Investigation Leads to Arrest of Auto Thief
Posted on Thursday, March 07, 2024 11:50 AM
Investigation by the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau leads to the arrest of an auto theft suspect.
On January 10 2024, at approximately 1:00am the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) received a 911 call for a high-end vehicle theft in progress in the area of Appleby Line and New Street, Burlington. Upon police arrival, two suspects were observed fleeing on foot. HRPS officers searched the area, however the suspects escaped custody with the investigation continued by the 3 District...
Theft From Vehicle Leads to Arrest of Georgetown Resident
Posted on Tuesday, March 05, 2024 03:10 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has arrested and charged a suspect in relation to a theft which occurred on January 24th 2024.
On March 5, 2024, HRPS investigators arrested and charged Christopher Dayfoot (38) of Georgetown with Theft Under $5000.
These charges are in relation to a theft from a vehicle that took place in the area of Ontario Street and College Street, Georgetown.
Dayfoot was released from police custody and is to appear at Milton Court on April 15th 2024.
Anyone with...
Arson Investigation at Milton Public School
Posted on Monday, March 04, 2024 03:11 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a fire and vandalism at an elementary school in Milton.
On March 3, 2024, at approximately 12:30 am Milton Fire Services was contacted due to a large amount of smoke coming from a portable at Bruce Trail Public School. Upon arrival, police and fire services also located a smaller fire in a second portable on the property.
Both fires were quickly extinguished and there were no injuries reported to police. The cause of the fires was...
Hit and Run Suspect Identified
Posted on Monday, March 04, 2024 02:22 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service has identified a driver wanted in connection with a pedestrian hit and run incident.
On February 18th 2024 at approximately 6:30pm the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) responded to a reported hit and run accident near the intersection of Kingsway Drive and Winterbourne Drive, Oakville. Investigation determined that an elderly female was stuck by a vehicle which fled the scene prior to police arrival. The victim was transported to hospital with serious...