Multiple Cities Issue Halloween Trick-or-Treat Safety Warnings

Halloween 2025 celebrations are underway with communities across the U.S. emphasizing safety for trick-or-treaters and drivers alike. Police departments in Northern Virginia and Quincy advise that children should trick-or-treat in groups, wear visible costumes with reflective tape or carry flashlights, and avoid entering unfamiliar homes or vehicles. Parents are urged to accompany young children and ensure treats are checked before consumption to prevent accidents and ingestion of unsafe items. Drivers are reminded to slow down in residential areas, stay alert, avoid distractions such as phones, and be especially cautious around intersections and driveways due to the increased pedestrian activity. The Children's Safety Network highlights that Halloween is one of the most dangerous days for child pedestrians, stressing the importance of walking on sidewalks, using crosswalks, and keeping costumes short to avoid tripping hazards. Overall, community safety efforts aim to ensure a fun and accident-free Halloween night for all participants.