HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS
City of Long Beach
["Long Beach Police Department"]
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A- A A+ Long Beach Police Department Media Relations 400 W. Broadway Long Beach, CA 90802 (562) 570-5273 10/29/2018 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Press Release # Subject: HALLOWEEN SAFETY TIPS Contact: Media Relations Detail (562) 570-5273 (Click image to enlarge ) With Halloween right around the corner, the Long Beach Police Department would like to encourage the community to practice the following safety tips for a safer and fun filled night: Be sure your child’s activities are age-appropriate All children should be accompanied by an adult Only visit homes that are well-lighted and never go into a stranger’s house Stay on the sidewalk and only cross at corners Stay in well populated areas and never cut through alleys or parks after dark Apply reflective tape to your child’s costume or use glow sticks for better visibility Use face paint rather than masks that may block your child’s vision Map out your route ahead of time and carry a flashlight with you Ensure props (pitchforks, swords, etc.) do not have sharp edges Be cautious of dogs on the loose and keep your pet(s) indoors Inspect your child’s candy before allowing them to eat it Report any suspicious or illegal activity by calling 9-1-1 immediately Motorists are advised to be extra cautious on Halloween night and to drive slowly Do not drink and drive; plan ahead and designate a driver or call for a sober ride Reminder : The curfew law in Long Beach prohibits anyone 17-years-old or younger from being out past 10:00 p.m. without a parent/guardian, unless going to or returning home from work or an organized event supervised by an adult, without any detour or stop. This information is preliminary and is intended for early information use rather than being a formal investigative report. About Long Beach Police Department The mission of the Long Beach Police Department is to enhance public safety through partnerships, while providing a safe City for all people. For more information on the Police Department, please visit us at www.longbeach.gov/police . Follow us on social media to stay connected: Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram . 