David Scott, Chief of Police
59 Main St.
Pepperell, MA 01463
For Immediate Release
Saturday, Oct. 29, 2016
Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 978-743-0004
Email: john@jgpr.net
Pepperell Police Announce Halloween Hours and Safety Tips
PEPPERELL — Chief David Scott and the Pepperell Police Department are reminding residents to be aware of Halloween safety tips and practices as they prepare to trick-or-treat.
Halloween, which is celebrated on Oct. 31, falls on a Monday this year. The official trick-or-treating hours for Pepperell are 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.Police also remind residents to use caution as they celebrate the weekend prior to Halloween, Oct. 28-30.
“With Halloween falling on a Monday this year, we encourage everyone to be cautious not only on the holiday, but also over the weekend,” Chief Scott said. “Have fun, but remember to keep your safety – and the safety of children in your neighborhood and surrounding area – in mind.”
The Pepperell Police Department recommends that residents follow safety tips outlined by the Centers for Disease Control, which ask that people follow the “Safe Halloween” motto.
- Swords and other costume accessories should be short, soft and flexible.
- Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult.
- Fasten reflective tape on costumes and bags to help drivers see you.
- Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before you eat them.
- Hold a flashlight while walking to ensure that you are visible. Walk and don’t run from house to house.
- Always test make up in a small area first. Remove it before bedtime to prevent possible skin and eye irritation.
- Lower your risk of serious eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses.
- Look both ways before crossing the street. Use established crosswalks wherever possible.
- Only walk on sidewalks wherever possible, or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe and to prevent accidents or injury.
- Wear well-fitting masks, costumes and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips and falls.
- Eat only factory-wrapped candy. Avoid eating homemade treats offered by strangers.
- Enter homes only if you’re with a trusted adult. Only visit well-lit houses. Never accept rides from strangers.
- Never walk near lit candles or devices with open flames. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.
Any parents or residents with questions on Halloween safety should contact the Pepperell Police Department at (978) 433-2424.
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