Police encourage kids to be seen this Halloween

Kamloops City

2024-10-25 15:02 PDT

If you’re going out as the Invisible Man/Woman this Halloween, the Kamloops RCMP Detachment suggests decorating your costume with some reflective tape.

As Thursday Oct. 31, 2024, sneaks closer towards us, the Kamloops RCMP Detachment’s Community Policing Unit is encouraging trick-or-treaters to make sure they can be seen this Halloween.

Glow sticks, light coloured and fluorescent costumes, reflective tape, flashlights, reflectors, and zipper pulls are all some fun and easy ways to increase your visibility to help keep the night spooktacular and safe, said Corporal Dana Napier of the Community Policing Unit.

Along with being seen, it’s also important to make sure trick-or-treaters can see properly too, added Cpl. Napier.

Masks can make it hard to see, said Cpl. Napier. If your costume includes one, it’s a good idea to pull it up onto your head as you move from house to house, then pull it down over your face at the door when you’re collecting treats.

Drivers and residents are also encouraged to slow down and pay extra attention while moving through communities.

Below are some tips to help keep the spooky safe this Halloween.

Children:

• Never trick-or-treat alone. Always walk with an adult or a group of friends.
• Make sure you can be seen. Wear reflective, bright colour costumes, or fasten reflective tape to your costume or bag. Avoid masks that restrict your vision.
• Dress for the weather conditions. Wear layers underneath your costume if temperatures are cold.
• Only visit well-lit houses.
• Don't go into the house for your treats; always wait outside.
• Don't eat any treats until an adult has inspected them.
• Carry a flashlight so you can see where you are going.
• Cross the street at marked crosswalks and intersections.
• Watch for cars pulling out of driveways and backing up.
• Respect others' property. Always use pathways and sidewalks.

Motorists:

• Halloween means there will be children on the streets. Drivers need to use extra caution. With the excitement of Halloween, children may forget simple pedestrian safety rules.
• Drive slowly in residential areas where children are more likely to be trick-or-treating. Reduce your speed and stay alert.
• Slow down and proceed with caution when entering and exiting driveways or backing up.
• Parents and Guardians:
• Know who your children are going trick-or-treating with and when they plan to return home.
• Remind children of which houses they can go to for safety if they get scared.

Treaters:

• Try to ensure your paths and sidewalks are clear and well lit.
• Arrange decorations to allow pedestrians to safely access your entrance.
• Be mindful of children of all ages who wish to participate in trick-or-treating.

Report any suspicious activity in your neighbourhood by contacting the Kamloops RCMP at 250-828-3000. For emergencies, call 911.

The Kamloops RCMP Detachment wishes everyone a safe, treat-filled Halloween!

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Email: crystal.evelyn@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: kamloops.rcmp.ca

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