Halloween Bucket | Courtesy: MGN

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WDEF) — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) is offering tips to keep families, trick-or-treaters and drivers safe this Halloween.

To ensure safety on Halloween during trick-or-treating, trunk-or-treating and other spooky events, Sheriff Austen Garrett has a few tips to keep everyone out of harm’s way:

For Trick-or-Treaters & Families:

Children under 12 should always be accompanied by an adult.

Older kids should stay in groups, stick to familiar areas, and carry flashlights or glow sticks.

Costumes should be visible and include reflective material. Avoid dark clothing without reflectors.

Never enter a stranger’s home.

Parents should inspect all candy and discard anything unwrapped or suspicious.

Use sidewalks and cros

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