Media Releases

Suspect Sought After Officer Seriously Injured Following Burlington Traffic Stop

***UPDATE October 31, 2023***

Matthew Flannigan remains at-large at this time.  The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has continued this investigation and as a result, Flannigan is also wanted for the following additional offences:

• Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
• Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device
• Possession of a Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order (2 counts)
• Possession of Prohibited Firearm with Ammunition

If seen, do not approach Flannigan.  Call 9-1-1 immediately.

The HRPS is...

Police Seek to Identify Break and Enter Suspects (Oakville)

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects responsible for a break-in to a home in Oakville.

In recent weeks, Oakville has experienced multiple break-ins of a similar style. Houses that back onto green spaces have been targeted and thieves have gained entry by smashing the rear sliding glass door. The suspects have been stealing jewelry, high-end clothing, and cash. The break-ins have been occurring during the day and through the...

Home Renovation Fraud Warning October 17, 2023

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is issuing a warning to residents about a home repair fraud operating in the region.

The fraud involves contractors travelling door-to-door selling services that are unsolicited by a consumer. These services include but are not limited to chimney repair, general masonry work, step and driveway repairs and general debris cleaning or roof repairs and waterproofing.

The suspect may provide a quote with prices lower than market value and once a deal is...

Attempted Robbery at Oakville Pharmacy

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating the attempted robbery of a pharmacy in Oakville.

On October 2, 2023, at approximately 8:20 pm two male suspects armed with a knife and a hammer entered a Shoppers Drug Mart location on Cornwall Road in Oakville. The suspects then proceeded to the rear of the pharmacy and demanded staff open the safe where narcotics are stored.

Staff informed the suspects that the locked safe was on a time-delay which would prevent it from being opened....

Regional Auto Theft Task Force Recovers Multiple Stolen Vehicles

The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) Regional Auto Theft Task Force has recovered multiple stolen vehicles and disrupted an organized auto theft network operating in the GTA.

On September 8, 2023, HRPS officers executed a search warrant at a shipping business located in Orangeville. Five stolen vehicles were recovered at this location and recovered by police (see photos attached to this media release).

Police also recovered two stolen vehicles in Newmarket related to this investigation. At...