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East Hartford Police Offers Halloween Safety Tips

Posted on: October 27, 2021 - 2:10pm
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East Hartford, CT - East Hartford Police Department would like to remind all residents to be safe and vigilant as you engage in traidtional Halloween activities. 

TIPS FOR TRICK-OR-TREATERS

  •     Carry a flashlight with you for visibility.
  •     Always stay in a group with an adult!
  •     Never enter a stranger’s house or car for a treat!
  •     Always walk on the sidewalk.  If there is no sidewalk, walk on the grass away from the street.
  •     Look both ways before crossing the street and if you are wearing a mask take it off.
  •     Wait until an adult can check your candy before you eat any of it.
  •     Only accept treats from neighbors or friends you know!

TIPS FOR PARENTS

  •      Plan costumes that are bright and reflective! Consider adding more reflective tape to costumes + trick or treat bags. Always carry flashlights.
  •      Masks can limit or block eyesight, consider makeup or cut the mask eyeholes bigger so they can see. Remind children to remove their masks to cross the street!
  •      We recommend that children do not use props like guns, knives or swords.  However, if they are used, make sure they don’t look real!!
  •      Clear hazards from your property. Remove obstacles such as flower pots garden hoses so children won’t trip on them rushing from house to house.
  •      Remind your children not to eat the candy until an adult has checked their treats!
  •      Your child’s school may be having a Halloween party!! Call the School and ask!
  •      Please explain to children the difference between tricks and vandalism.

TIPS FOR BUSINESSES & MOTORISTS

  •     Heighten your awareness and be cautious of purchases that may have the potential to cause personal injury or property damage – such as paint ball guns or large quantities of eggs.
  •     Drive slowly and cautiously through your neighborhoods. Remember children may not look before crossing the street.

Please report any suspicious activity immediately to the East Hartford Police Department at 860-528-4401.  As always in an emergency call 911. Have a Safe and Happy Halloween!