Media Releases

Arrest Made in December 5 Burlington Shooting

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest in relation to a shooting in Burlington.

On December 5, 2022, at approximately 8:40 am, two suspects forced their way into a condo unit in the area of Dundas Street and Sutton Drive in Burlington.  One of the suspects was armed with a handgun.  There were two occupants in the condo at the time. The suspects were confronted by one of the occupants of the condo and an altercation ensued.  During the incident a gunshot was fired. ...

Overnight Shooting Investigation in Oakville – Appeal for Witness

The Halton Regional Police Service is investigating a shooting that occurred overnight in Oakville.  On November 17, 2022, at approximately 4:00 am, a group of male suspects (undetermined how many) approached the victim who was in his vehicle in an underground parking lot in the area of Bishops Gate and Pilgrims Way in Oakville (see attached map of area).  The suspects attempted to get into the vehicle before the victim was able to drive away.  As the victim fled the underground parking...

Police Warn of Increase in Emergency (Grandparent) Scams

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) would like to warn residents of persistent and increasing “emergency scams” occurring across Halton.  For reference, between the dates of September 26 and October 3, 2022, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre received 42 emergency scam reports where losses totaled over $520,000.  Of the 42 reports, 22 were from Ontario and losses totaled over $115,000.  These scams have often been targeting older adults. 

In a typical emergency scam scenario,...

Police Seek Assistance in Identifying Motorcycle Driver in Burlington

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is looking for assistance from the public in identifying the driver of a motorcycle who failed to stop for police.

On August 10, 2022, an HRPS officer was conducting proactive patrols in the Millcroft area of Burlington, as a result of recent traffic complaints.  At approximately 3:00 pm, a motorcycle was observed speeding, weaving back and forth and not stopping at a stop sign in the area of Sarazen Drive and Couples Crescent.  The officer attempted...

Project Safe Start 2022

As the youth of Halton region prepare to head back to school, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is once again getting ready to launch Project Safe Start.

This will be the 15th year the HRPS has conducted this homegrown campaign, which focuses on education, awareness and high-visibility enforcement of traffic laws throughout Halton region. Project Safe Start 2022 will run between Monday, August 29 and Friday, September 9, 2022.

Every road user in Halton plays a critical role in road safety....