Surrey Police Urge Residents to Stay Safe This Halloween

Surrey Police Urge Residents to Have a Safe and Fun Halloween

With Halloween falling on Friday, the Surrey Police Service (SPS) is reminding residents to enjoy the festivities responsibly — whether trick-or-treating, decorating, or driving.

SPS has shared a series of safety tips to help ensure a fun and accident-free Halloween night.

For Homeowners

• Turn on exterior lighting to welcome trick-or-treaters and keep pathways well-lit to prevent falls.
• Keep pets indoors and secured when visitors arrive.
• Keep decorations festive but ensure they don’t block pathways or create tripping hazards.

For Trick-or-Treaters and Families

• Make costumes visible — use bright colors, reflective tape, flashlights, or glow sticks.
• Always use sidewalks and crosswalks; avoid running between parked cars or cutting through alleys.
• Younger children should be accompanied by adults; older kids should go out in groups and stay in well-lit areas.
• If costumes include fake weapons (like swords or toy guns), ensure they clearly look fake.
• Never enter a stranger’s home while trick-or-treating.
• Check all candy before eating; discard anything unsealed, suspicious, or tampered with.
• Plan routes ahead and set clear return times for kids.

For Drivers

• Slow down and stay alert. Expect more foot traffic and unpredictable movements from children.
• Stay focused — avoid distractions such as phones, food, or loud music.
• Watch for pedestrians, especially at crosswalks and intersections.
• Plan safe rides home from Halloween parties — arrange a designated driver, ride-share, or public transit.

Additional Reminders

• Fireworks and pyrotechnics require a permit in Surrey.
  • For fireworks complaints, call City of Surrey Bylaws: 604-591-4370.
• Report suspicious or criminal activity to the SPS non-emergency line: 604-599-0502.
• For emergencies, always call 9-1-1.

The Surrey Police remind everyone that a little planning and awareness can make Halloween fun, safe, and memorable for the entire community.

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