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Halloween Is Monday, Keep A Keen Eye For Kids Near Roadways

Last updated on Friday, October 28, 2016

(UNDATED) - The Indiana Department of Transportation, Indiana State Police and Indiana Criminal Justice Institute urge drivers to watch for little ghouls and goblins trick or treating on Indiana streets this Monday evening.

Look out for abnormal traffic patterns as drivers turn to visit friends and family, or stop to allow pedestrians to cross.
INDOT, ISP and ICJI offer parents the following tips to protect the safety of Indiana's smallest pedestrians:

Driving Tips

Costume Tips

Treats

Many communities, schools and churches offer children safe alternatives to trick-or-treating designed to keep children safely within parents' view. Some hospitals and schools allow children to trick or treat by going from room to room, virtually eliminating the dangers associated with being out walking on the street after dark.

For more information, please visit ISP's Halloween Safety web page at www.in.gov/isp/2900.htm.

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