Indiana State Police release trick-or-treating safety tips
INDIANAPOLIS — Trick-or-treaters will soon descend upon houses across central Indiana in hopes of getting a host of sweet treats.
In preparation for Halloween night, Indiana State Police released a list of tips trick-or-treaters can use to stay safe this year:
Know what the dates and times are in your local community for trick-or-treating
Make sure that you have a flashlight, glow stick, or reflective material on the costume so that you can be seen at all times
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Always trick-or-treat with an adult or use the buddy system when approaching a house
Please walk on the sidewalks and not in the roadway and make sure that you look both directions before crossing the roadway
Only go trick-or-treating at houses where the front porch light is on
Never enter the house of a stranger
If a trick-or-treater is separated from others, have them stay where they are and ask an adult for help
Have an adult inspect the candy before it is eaten
If you’re not actively participating in trick-or-treating and are out driving, slow down and drive with caution
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