Halloween Safety

Dear resident, 

With Halloween being today, we want everyone to enjoy the celebrations safely and respectfully. This time of year, can bring increased reports of anti-social behaviour, such as noise, vandalism, and nuisance knock-and-run incidents. Together, we can help ensure Halloween remains fun for all ages while keeping our neighbourhood safe and welcoming.

Here are a few simple reminders and tips:

 For young people and parents:

·  Enjoy trick-or-treating responsibly — visit homes that are clearly decorated or have pumpkins out.

·  Be polite and respectful to neighbours; avoid loud behaviour, and no throwing of eggs or flour, or causing any damage.

·  Always stay with an adult or in a supervised group if you’re under 16.

·  Avoid wearing masks or costumes that could frighten vulnerable residents.

·  Keep to well-lit areas and be mindful of traffic when crossing roads.
 

For residents:

· If you do not wish to receive Trick or Treaters at your door, feel free to display the ‘Sorry No Trick or Treaters’ poster attached, to your door or gate.

·  Keep outdoor lights on if you are happy to participate it helps children know where they are welcome.

·  Report any anti-social behaviour or damage to property by calling 101, or 999 in an emergency.

·  Consider checking in on elderly or vulnerable neighbours who may feel anxious during the evening.

Reporting anti-social behaviour 

Tricks like throwing eggs and other vandalism will be treated as anti-social behaviour and criminal damage, for which offenders can be prosecuted. An increase in police patrols will be taking place during the Halloween period. 

Any anti-social behaviour should be reported using the Metropolitan Police non-emergency number 101. If you feel threatened, if it's an emergency, or if a crime is in progress, dial 999. 

Enjoy your evening.

Kind regards

Wimbledon Park Neighbourhood Police Team