The Haunters Code - Trick or treat safety

Please follow the below tips to Keep everyone safe this Halloween

The Haunters Code

Adults should always accompany children when trick or treating.

Young people should never go trick or treating alone.

Do not knock on the doors of strangers - only go to people you know.

Never go into a stranger’s house.

Always keep to well-lit areas.

Wear bright clothing and always carry a torch.

Remember road safety.

Unless pre-arranged, do not visit elderly members of the community.

Be careful not to frighten vulnerable people.

Keep your tricks within the law - anything that results in damage is an offence and will be dealt with as such

Please do not knock on doors where there is a ‘No trick or treat sign’.

Message Sent By
Suzanne Myatt
(West Mercia Police, Police Community Support Officer, Dawley and Malinslee)