October is a fun time of the year, especially Halloween with its costumes, parties, & Trick-or-Treating. However, October is also Crime Prevention Month. Halloween is a perfect chance for criminals to take advantage of a situation.
Belton Bail Bonds tips to keep our Lake County families safe:
1- Make a map of the area where you are going to Trick-or-Treat. Pick a safe neighborhood. Watch out for sex offenders homes. Check out the following link by the Lake County Sherriff's Office to find out if there are offenders where you are planning to visit: http://www.icrimewatch.net/index.php?AgencyID=54298
2- Make a plan to go in groups. Kids should always go with a trusted adult. Also, have a plan in case a child gets separated from the group. Remind the kids to never enter a stranger's house or vehicle.
3- Instruct your kids to eat the candy when they get home or after inspected by you. Be wary of anything that it is not wrapped by the candy factory or that it is not longer sealed.
4- Train your kids to be cautious and to report any incident to you. Teach them to scream or make a scene if anyone tries to grab them or attempts to force them to .
5- Design or buy safe Halloween Costumes for kids. They should wear comfortable shoes, and should be able to see even with masks.
6- If you are handing out candy keep your house well lit and make sure to remove any items that are on people's way.
7- Report any suspicious activity to the Lake County Sherriff's Office.
A good alternative to trick-or-treating in neighborhoods is "truck or treat" at churches and communities.
Belton Bail Bonds wishes you a Happy Halloween.
Have fun and be safe!
Belton Bail Bonds is always open (24-7 everyday). To bail a loved one out of jail call us (352) 343-7775, http://www.beltonbailbonds.com
Belton Bail Bonds tips to keep our Lake County families safe:
1- Make a map of the area where you are going to Trick-or-Treat. Pick a safe neighborhood. Watch out for sex offenders homes. Check out the following link by the Lake County Sherriff's Office to find out if there are offenders where you are planning to visit: http://www.icrimewatch.net/index.php?AgencyID=54298
2- Make a plan to go in groups. Kids should always go with a trusted adult. Also, have a plan in case a child gets separated from the group. Remind the kids to never enter a stranger's house or vehicle.
3- Instruct your kids to eat the candy when they get home or after inspected by you. Be wary of anything that it is not wrapped by the candy factory or that it is not longer sealed.
4- Train your kids to be cautious and to report any incident to you. Teach them to scream or make a scene if anyone tries to grab them or attempts to force them to .
5- Design or buy safe Halloween Costumes for kids. They should wear comfortable shoes, and should be able to see even with masks.
6- If you are handing out candy keep your house well lit and make sure to remove any items that are on people's way.
7- Report any suspicious activity to the Lake County Sherriff's Office.
A good alternative to trick-or-treating in neighborhoods is "truck or treat" at churches and communities.
Belton Bail Bonds wishes you a Happy Halloween.
Have fun and be safe!
Belton Bail Bonds is always open (24-7 everyday). To bail a loved one out of jail call us (352) 343-7775, http://www.beltonbailbonds.com