BATON ROUGE, LA – Halloween is Sunday and that means little princesses,
monsters, and superheroes will soon take over our neighborhoods. Attorney
General Jeff Landry is encouraging our State’s families to be vigilant so we
can make Halloween a safe, fun-filled night of tricks and treats.
“It is imperative that parents and guardians take the
appropriate precautions to make certain Louisiana’s children remain out of
harm’s way,” said Attorney General Landry. “I encourage adults to review the
following safety tips and re-iterate them to their children.”
As noted in his Public Service Announcement video, Attorney General Landry offers the
following safety tips:
- Never
trick-or-treat alone; walk in groups with a trusted adult.
- Only
visit well-lit houses, and never accept ride from strangers.
- Carry
a flashlight, and place reflective tape or glowstick on costumes and bags.
- Always
cross the street at corners, and obey traffic signals and crosswalks.
- Ensure
that costumes fit properly and are flame-resistant.
- Remember
that masks can make it hard for children to see what is around them,
including cars.
- If
driving, be sure to eliminate any distractions and be aware of
trick-or-treaters.