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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Reward Offered in Suspicious Truck Fire Investigation
Posted on Monday, March 04, 2024 12:52 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service is currently investigating a suspicious fire at a Burlington business.
On February 28, 2024, at approximately 12:30am, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) attended the parking lot behind Burlington Bowl, located at 4065 Harvester Road, Burlington, regarding a reported truck fire. Upon arrival HRPS officers located 3 separate A Action transport trucks engulfed in flames. Burlington Fire attended controlling and extinguishing the fires. No physical injuries...
Police Seeking Suspects after Two Residential Break and Enters
Posted on Friday, March 01, 2024 12:36 PM
On February 21, 2024 at approximately 2:30am Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) responded to the area of southeast Oakville, regarding 4 male suspects who broke into a residence. The suspects used a hammer to break the front door glass gaining access to the home where they were confronted by a resident. The suspects made demands for the vehicle keys, looking specifically for those belonging to the homeowners Mercedes G Wagon. Several vehicle keys were obtained, however due to vehicle...
Two Arrests Following Death of Child in Burlington
Posted on Friday, March 01, 2024 10:00 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made two arrests following a lengthy investigation into the death of a child.
On December 21, 2022, at 7:26 p.m., the HRPS and other emergency services were called to a residence in Burlington in response to a child without vital signs. Tragically, police located a deceased 12-year-old male in the home.
Investigators from the HRPS Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit (CASA) immediately commenced an investigation. On February 29, 2024, the prospective...
Male Commits Sexual Assault while Travelling on Go Transit Bus
Posted on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 11:44 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges in relation to a sexual assault that occurred on a Go Transit Bus.
On February 26, 2024 at approximately 12:45 pm, a male suspect exposed his genitals and masturbated while making physical contact with a female passenger. The bus was westbound through the City of Burlington. The female alerted the driver and did not suffer any physical injuries.
Police have arrested Cameron Henry, (26) of No Fixed Address, who has been...
Halton Officer Dragged by Stolen Vehicle
Posted on Monday, February 26, 2024 11:57 AM
The Halton Regional Police have made an arrest in connection with an attempted auto theft in Milton.
On February 21 2024 at approximately 3:15am Halton Regional Police were dispatched to an address in the area of Woodward Avenue and Thompson Road North, Milton, after suspects attempted to steal a 2024 Toyota Tundra Pickup Truck. Officers quickly attended the area at which time several suspects fled on foot. While attempting to arrest a male in the suspect vehicle one officer was dragged for...