Butler police share safety tips as community preps for trick-or-treating
Advice from the Butler city police department about trick-or-treating includes planning a safe route and ways to stay visible while traveling city roads in search of candy.
On Wednesday, one day before Halloween night, Chief Bob O'Neill of the city police department said an arrest has not yet been made in a hit-and-run crash that injured a 4-year-old child last Halloween.
The boy suffered injuries to his face and was taken to the hospital when he was struck by a dark green SUV on Center Avenue. The driver did not stop.
This Halloween, the city police department will be fully staffed, and there will be at least six patrol vehicles out in the city, O’Neill said Wednesday.
“Be safe, have fun and be responsible for the children in your care,” he said.
Other tips from the chief include:
- Plan a safe route: Choose well-lit streets and familiar neighborhoods.
- Costume precaution: Ensure costumes do not obstruct vision or mobility to prevent falls and other accidents.
- Be visible: Keep a flashlight handy or consider incorporating glow sticks into costumes.
- Inspect candy: Always inspect candy before it’s eaten. Discard unwrapped or suspicious items.
- Hayride safety: Make sure children remain seated inside the trailer until it has come to a complete stop.
- Drive with caution: Drivers should drive slowly through neighborhoods and anticipate children crossing the road.
- Celebrate responsibly: Adults who plan to consume alcohol should choose a designated driver.
