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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Two Suspects Arrested after Oakville Home Invasion
Posted on Monday, March 25, 2024 10:46 AM
Media Update:
As a result of investigation into the Oakville home invasion of March 25, 2024:
Bangalee Jabateh (18), of no fixed address, has been charged with the following:
- Robbery with a Firearm
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
- Obstruct Peace Officer
Jaheim Turner (20), of Mississauga, has been charged with the following:
- Robbery with a Firearm
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000
Both accused have been held in custody pending a bail hearing.
The Halton Regional...
Armed Home Invasion in Milton March 21, 2024
Posted on Thursday, March 21, 2024 01:23 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating an armed home invasion in Milton.
At approximately 2:00 am on March 21, 2024, a group of suspects broke into a home in the area of Clark Boulevard and Lancaster Boulevard in Milton. A male resident was awoken by the noise and confronted a male suspect near the bedroom.
The suspect pointed a gun at the resident and demanded cash or jewelry. A total of three suspects were seen in the house. The resident advised the males that there was no...
Two Under Arrest after Burlington Armed Robbery
Posted on Friday, March 15, 2024 07:03 PM
Media Update:
As a result of the investigation into the armed robbery,
Michael Uzelac (37), of Welland, has been charged with the following:
- Occupant of a Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
- Armed Robbery Using a Firearm
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
Stephane SMITH (54), of Niagara Falls, has been charged with the following:
- Armed Robbery Using a Firearm
- Utter Threat to Cause Death or Bodily Harm
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
- Pointing a Firearm
- Firearm –...
Arson Investigation at Milton Public School
Posted on Monday, March 04, 2024 03:11 PM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) is investigating a fire and vandalism at an elementary school in Milton.
On March 3, 2024, at approximately 12:30 am Milton Fire Services was contacted due to a large amount of smoke coming from a portable at Bruce Trail Public School. Upon arrival, police and fire services also located a smaller fire in a second portable on the property.
Both fires were quickly extinguished and there were no injuries reported to police. The cause of the fires was...
Two Arrests Following Death of Child in Burlington
Posted on Friday, March 01, 2024 10:00 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made two arrests following a lengthy investigation into the death of a child.
On December 21, 2022, at 7:26 p.m., the HRPS and other emergency services were called to a residence in Burlington in response to a child without vital signs. Tragically, police located a deceased 12-year-old male in the home.
Investigators from the HRPS Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Unit (CASA) immediately commenced an investigation. On February 29, 2024, the prospective...