What to do if you DON'T want trick or treaters

Friday, 26 October 2018 07:57

By Anna Byles

Police are offering this poster

It might be harmless fun for most young people. But for vulnerable or elderly people, Halloween can be a worrying time.

Devon and Cornwall Police has created this poster for you to download and display in your window if you don't want people knocking on your door.

The force has also released these six top tips for young people at Halloween:

Always be accompanied by an adult when you are trick-or-treating.
You should only go to houses of people that you know and who are happy for you to call.
Stay safe, keep to places that you know and are well lit. Do not take short cuts through gardens, alleyways or parks.
Watch out for traffic - drivers might not see you.
If you are wearing a mask make sure that you can see where you are going and are aware of your surroundings.
Carry a torch and a fully charged mobile phone (if you have one).

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