31/10/2026
**NL61**
Happy Halloween everyone! 🎃
PCSO 6024 will be out and about across the area this evening, carrying out patrols, engaging with residents, and responding to any reports of anti-social behaviour to help ensure everyone can enjoy a safe and fun Halloween night. 👻🚔
Whether you're heading out trick or treating, attending a Halloween party, or staying at home to welcome visitors, please take a few moments to keep yourselves and others safe:
🎭 Have fun, but be respectful - Halloween is a great opportunity to dress up and enjoy the festivities, but please remember to be considerate of other members of the community. Not everyone celebrates Halloween, so only trick or treat at homes displaying pumpkins, decorations, or signs indicating they are taking part.
🚪 If there's no answer, move on - If somebody doesn't answer the door, please respect their choice and continue to the next house. Repeated knocking can cause unnecessary worry or disturbance.
🎃 Be spooky, not intimidating - Scary costumes are all part of the fun, but avoid behaviour that could frighten vulnerable residents, younger children, or elderly neighbours.
🔦 Stay visible and stay safe - If you're out after dark, wear something reflective or carry a torch so drivers can see you clearly. Stick to well-lit routes where possible and take care when crossing roads.
🍬 Go with friends or family - Younger children should always be accompanied by a responsible adult, and older children should remain with friends and let someone know where they are going.
🔇 Keep noise to a minimum - Please be mindful of residents, particularly later in the evening. Loud shouting, banging on doors, and excessive noise can quickly become anti-social behaviour.
🏡 Respect people's property - Halloween should be enjoyable for everyone. Damage to property, throwing items, trespassing, or targeting homes will not be tolerated and may result in police action.
🤝 Look out for one another - If you see someone who appears lost, vulnerable, or in need of assistance, please help where safe to do so or contact the police if required.
Have a fantastic evening and stay safe! 🧙♀️
PCSO 6024