Eagle Pass Police Plan Extra Halloween Patrols Saturday Night
Eagle Pass Police will add patrols across the city on Halloween night, Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 9 p.m., and shared safety tips for trick-or-treaters and drivers.
EAGLE PASS, Texas – The Eagle Pass Police Department will add patrols across the city on Halloween night, Saturday, Oct. 31, from 6 to 9 p.m., to help keep trick-or-treaters, parents and drivers safe.
With Halloween falling on a Saturday this year, the department expects more families than usual to be out walking through neighborhoods.
Halloween safety tips from Eagle Pass Police
The department shared these tips for families heading out to trick-or-treat:
- Always walk with an adult.
- Look both ways before crossing a street.
- Wear a highly visible costume.
- Stay on the sidewalks and off the streets.
- Respect other people’s property.
- Have an adult inspect all candy.
- Carry a flashlight or glow stick.
- Do not wear a restrictive costume or mask that interferes with your sight.
- Only visit homes with the porch lights on.
- Plan your route ahead of time.
- Cross the street only at the corners.
- Never run across the street.
Police are also asking parents and guardians to help enforce safety and to remind children about walking safely before they head out.
A reminder for drivers
Drivers are urged to slow down in residential areas and stay alert for children who may cross the street unexpectedly, especially after dark.
The department’s message to the community is simple. Enjoy Halloween, have fun and make safety a priority. In an emergency, call 911.
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