The Indianapolis Police Department is suggesting the following tips to help keep our children safe during Halloween activities this year.
- Wear light-colored clothing that's short enough to prevent tripping, and add reflective tape
- Make sure children can see well through facemasks, or use make-up, and that costumes are short enough so the child will not trip over it.
- Adults should accompany young children
- Go out in daylight and carry a flashlight in case of delay
- Stay within the neighborhood and only visit homes you know
- Watch for traffic
- Only give and accept wrapped or packaged candy
- Examine all candy before allowing children to eat it. Should you locate a suspicious item. Contact police as soon as possible at 327-3811. If injury is involved call 911.
- Keep costumed children away from pets. The pet may not recognize the child and become frightened and possibly aggressive.
- Avoid hard plastic or wood props such as daggers or swords. Substitute with foam rubber which is soft and flexible
- Consider block parties instead of trick-or-treating