Halloween should be about filling your mouth with tasty treats but there are real dangers to be aware of.
As recently as yesterday a razor blade was found in a Snicker’s bar, prompting warnings from Ohio police. While this kind of incident is rare, it can happen.
Thankfully it doesn’t appear that anyone was injured and authorities are investigating. You can learn more about this case from the Reynoldsburg Police Facebook page.
Don’t Let One Bad Apple Spoil Your Fun
Always take some time to inspect the candy. It only takes a moment and it’s always a treat to see this years haul!
Here are three more tips to stay safe this weekend.
Top Three Tips
- A real Jack-O-Lantern is great eco-friendly tradition to celebrate the holiday. Just keep up with the times and use an LED candle. This way you won’t get burned.
- Be aware of your liability when Trick-or-Treaters come to your door. Plan ahead if you have a sidewalk that needs repairs or if there is bad weather.
- Watch for pedestrians! More than twice as many child pedestrian are killed in pedestrian accidents on Halloween than other days of the year.
Don’t be scared. Be informed and stay aware. Have a Happy Halloween!
If you have any concerns about your Halloween safety or if appears that your candy has been tampered with — call law enforcement immediately.