Sweet tips for Halloween safety

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  • By By Airman 1st Class Regina Agoha
  • 19th Airlift Wing Public Affairs
LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark. --  Trick or treat
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Monday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., children on base will be excitedly knocking on the doors of base-housing residents reciting that famous line over and over again: "trick-or-treat." Undoubtedly, there may also be little "troublemakers" throwing eggs and destroying decorations. To ensure safety for the children and peace-of-mind for the parents, the 19th Security Forces Squadron will place the pumpkin patrol on duty throughout the event.

As this event approaches, along with the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday, the 19th SFS urges residents in base housing to take extra precaution.

"Don't let your kids go trick-or-treating alone," said Jacob Ellis, an investigator. "Either let an older child or another adult go along with them, especially at night. When the children are getting candy, make sure it is inspected before eaten."

To sniff out any suspicious activity going on during the Halloween event, there will be 30 to 40 patrol volunteers wearing police vest. They will patrol all base housing streets. Anyone noticing things out of the ordinary should let one of the volunteers know immediately, or call the SFS desk at 987-3221, so the problem will be fixed.

"Make sure your doors are locked at all times," said Ellis. "Even if you are assuming that it's a child asking for candy, check first before you open the door."

Ellis said for the most part, the base does well with safety and being aware of their surroundings. Patrol will be out to the Halloween event for deterrence, to show their presence and make the children and parents feel safe.

With big holidays coming up, people are going to be taking leave; SFS pleas that everyone locks their doors, especially during Halloween.

"Most people think that because they live on base that they are safe and for the most part they are, but you still want to be careful," said Jennifer Johnson, an investigator. "When you leave, close your blinds and windows. Don't make it completely obvious that you're gone. Have a friend or neighbor get your mail, especially if you're expecting packages," she said.

Being aware, double checking doors and windows before leaving one's home and always travel in pairs at night are items that should be on everyone's checklist during the holidays. These safety tips will allow all Halloween trick-or-treaters a fun holiday and safe night.