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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Three Suspects Arrested after Carjacking in Burlington
Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2024 03:25 PM
On March 13,2024, at approximately 7:10am the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) responded to the area of Burloak Drive and Sutton Drive in Burlington, receiving report of a Ford Explorer that had been stolen from a residence driveway. The Ford Explorer was followed by a Ford F150. HRPS officers observed both vehicles in the area of Appleby Line where officers initiated a brief pursuit which was discontinued for reasons of public safety. At approximately 7:15am HRPS officers received a...
Police Searching for Four Suspects in Halton Hills Armed Robbery
Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2024 10:01 AM
On March 9, 2024, at approximately 2:30am, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) attended a home in the area of 32 Side Road and Trafalgar Road in Halton Hills following reports of a residential armed robbery. Four male suspects entered the residence by breaking the front door glass, then confronted the occupants of the home demanding money. The suspects took several high-end wrist watches, then left the residence fleeing in a dark coloured sedan. One of the suspects was observed carrying a...
Piano Teacher in Burlington Charged with Sexual Assault
Posted on Thursday, March 14, 2024 09:19 AM
The Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) has made an arrest and laid charges in relation to a sexual assault investigation involving a piano teacher in Burlington.
On March 11, 2024, Frank Dubicki (61) of Hamilton was arrested. He has been charged with the following offences:
- Sexual Assault
- Sexual Interference
Dubicki was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
The offences took place at Long & McQuade in Burlington where the accused is employed. The victim in this investigation is a female youth...
Arrest Made in Historical Sexual Assault Cases
Posted on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 08:59 AM
Region of Peel – As a result of a multijurisdictional joint forces investigation, investigators from Peel Regional Police, Halton Regional Police, and Waterloo Regional Police, have charged a British Columbia man in a series of historical sexual assaults on children.
The investigation, known as Project Woodland, related to historical sexual assaults on children occurring from 1992 to 1995 in the involved services respective regions.
On March 3, 2024, investigators arrested and charged Richard Neil...
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...