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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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...
Police Make Arrest in Connection with 2023 Bank Robbery in Oakville
Posted on Tuesday, February 13, 2024 12:32 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges in connection with the robbery of a bank in Oakville.
On January 17, 2023, two suspects attended the Scotiabank located at 611 Third Line in Oakville. The suspects hopped onto the counters and demanded cash from employees. No weapons were used in the course of the robbery and no injuries were reported to police.
On February 8, 2024, Thomas Penasse-Stanley (21) of Stoney Creek was arrested by HRPS investigators and...
Regional Auto Theft Task Force Recovers 24 Vehicles
Posted on Wednesday, February 07, 2024 03:28 PM
***UPDATE*** February 7, 2024 Stolen Vehicles Sent to Dubai Recovered by Halton Police
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) Regional Auto Theft Task Force in partnership with Canada Border Services Agency has recovered four stolen vehicles that were sent to Dubai.
The stolen vehicles were amongst numerous that were initially flagged as part of a 2023 investigation (see initial release below). While multiple vehicles were previously recovered, authorities were unable to have two shipping...