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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

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Halton Regional Police Service Commences Firearms and Weapons Amnesty on June 1st

Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2023 09:17 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) will commence its next Firearms and Weapons Amnesty on Thursday, June 1, 2023.  

The latest Amnesty provides individuals and businesses residing or operating in the Region of Halton with an opportunity to surrender unwanted or illegally-owned firearms, weapons and/or ammunition to the HRPS without the worry of being charged for having them. 

“This Amnesty enables everyone to play a role in helping make our community safer,” said Superintendent Al Albano. “By...

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Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Identifying Oakville Sexual Assault Suspect

Posted on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 11:17 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) – Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a male responsible for the sexual assault of an Oakville woman.

On Saturday, May 20, 2023, at approximately 10:30 am, the victim was walking in the area of Sandpiper Road and Fourth Line in Oakville when she was grabbed from behind by an unknown male.  The victim fell to the ground and the suspect left the area on foot.  No physical injuries were reported.

Police...

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Police Make Nine Arrests after Shooting in Georgetown

Posted on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 09:39 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made multiple arrests after a shooting in Georgetown. On Monday May 22, 2023, at approximately 10:30 pm, police received a 911 call reporting shots fired at a residence on Winston Churchill Blvd., north of Guelph Street in Georgetown.

When police arrived, officers located a single male victim with gunshot wounds. He was transported to hospital. A short time later, police received another call for two males who had also been shot and were present at...

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Handgun Seized in Drug Investigation

Posted on Friday, May 19, 2023 11:17 AM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has seized a handgun and made two arrests related to a drug investigation. On May 17, 2023, officers with the 1 District Street Crime Unit attended a residence in Mississauga to execute a search warrant.

As a result of the search, the following items were seized (see attached photo):

  • A loaded prohibited 9mm Glock handgun
  • Approximately 12 grams of cocaine
  • 1.1 grams of fentanyl
  • Approximately $10,000 CAD

On May 17, police also arrested two male youths related to...

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Auto Theft Prevention Campaign Launches in Oakville

Posted on Monday, May 15, 2023 01:41 PM

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has launched a new initiative to help combat auto thefts in the Town of Oakville.

Aftermarket GPS trackers contribute to the recovery of approximately 40% of stolen vehicles in Oakville, and police hope their broader use will reduce auto thefts and lead to even more recoveries. Project Oxygen encourages residents to place third-party trackers (such as an Apple Air Tag, Tile, Galaxy Smart Tag or Atuvos) inside their vehicles.

Tracker tools utilize technology...

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