On March 8, 2024, at approximately 8:47am, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) responded to a report of a single vehicle accident on Fairview Street in the area of Sherwood Forest Park in Burlington. HRPS officers arrived observing a blue Honda Civic which immediately fled the scene driving dangerously through the park grounds, on walkways and pathways, in an effort to evade police. HRPS officers searched the area and located the suspect vehicle at the intersection of New Street and Appleby Line, where they safely stopped the vehicle and took the suspect into custody. Two police vehicles sustained minor damage, however no injuries were reported.

Nikolas Claros (37), of no fixed address, has been charged with the following:

  • Disobeying Order of Court
  • Flight from Peace Officer
  • Operation while Impaired - Alcohol and Drugs
  • Possession of Automobile Master Key
  • Possession of Break in Instruments
  • Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
  • Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order (2 Counts)
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000 (2 Counts)
  • Possession Schedule 1 Substance - Methamphetamines, Cocaine, and Fentanyl (3 Counts)
  • Operation while prohibited (7 Counts)
  • Fail to remain
  • Drive while under suspension (2 Counts)

Claros is being held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The Halton Regional Police Service is committed to ensuring traffic safety. Anyone in the area of Sherwood Forest Park who witnessed the incident, or anyone who is able to provide information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Constable Jason Lin at jason.lin@haltonpolice.ca or 905-825-4747 Ext.7355.

Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. "See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers" at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.

 

Media Inquiries:

Halton Regional Police Service
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Phone: 905-825-4899
Email: corpcomm@haltonpolice.ca