November 27,2025
RED FM News Desk
Man in custody after threatening call sparks City Hall security respons
A 37-year-old man has been charged following a security incident that triggered a hold-and-secure at Burlington City Hall.
According to the Halton Regional Police Service, the investigation began Wednesday at around 1:15 p.m., when a City of Burlington staff member received a threatening telephone call from an agitated man. Police say the caller issued explicit threats of physical harm toward employees working at City Hall.
As a precaution, Burlington City Hall was immediately closed and staff were sent home while officers launched an investigation.
Police located and arrested a suspect at approximately 8 p.m. later that evening. No injuries were reported.
City officials later confirmed the hold-and-secure was lifted Wednesday night, and Burlington City Hall resumed normal operations, reopening Thursday morning.
The accused, a 37-year-old Burlington resident ,has been charged with one count of uttering threats to cause death. He remains in police custody awaiting a bail hearing in Milton, Ontario.
The 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau continues to review the incident. Police are appealing for public assistance and asking anyone with information to contact investigators at 905-825-4777, ext. 2316.Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Halton Crime Stoppers.
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