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NEWS RELEASE
For Immediate Release:  Thursday, October 30, 2008

Hartford Police Issue Halloween Safety Tips

(Hartford) -  In support of a safe Halloween celebration for our children, neighborhoods and businesses, the Hartford Police Department has issued the following Halloween safety tips:

• First and foremost, motorists traveling on Halloween night should remember that children are everywhere and be on the highest alert while driving.
   
• We ask parents and guardians to explain to children the difference between tricks and vandalism.
   
• We have asked businesses to heighten their awareness and be cautious of purchases that may have the potential to cause personal injury or property damage - such as paint ball guns or large quantities of eggs.
   
• The HPD has visited city businesses such as convenience and department stores such as Wal-Mart to ask for their cooperation in helping to make this holiday safe and enjoyable for our children, our neighborhoods and their businesses.
   
• The HPD wishes to emphasize to trick-or-treaters to never enter a strangers home
   
• And, most importantly, report any suspicious activity immediately to Hartford police at 860-757-4000 or to the Duty Sergeant at 860-757-4350.  As always, in emergencies call 911.
   

860-722-TIPS (8477)

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Contact:   Nancy M. Mulroy, Public Information Officer, Hartford Police Department,  (860) 757-4021
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