The police's poster, which those who don't want visitors can put in their window (Image: Leicestershire Police) Non-emergency incidents can be reported by calling 101.” “We would also ask that people only call 999 in an emergency as inappropriate use can impact on our ability to help those at greatest risk of harm. “The force has a poster available to download for those who wish to say a polite ‘No thanks’ message to any trick or treaters on their door or window and we would ask that this is respected by everyone. We ask that they don’t play tricks on people that cause them to report it to the police. While some actions may appear harmless, they can cause distress.
“We would ask anyone trick or treating to respect people’s wishes and only go where they are welcome. Superintendent Steve Durrant, who leads the Contact Management Department at Leicestershire Police, said: “We know that for many, Halloween is a fun celebration, but we don’t want the actions of some to cause unnecessary alarm to others.
The fire service has also asked people to stay safe with their Halloween decorations - switching to battery powered candles instead of regular ones. Leicester City Council and Leicestershire County Council also backed these comments, asking for people to be respectful of each other and act safely - especially with the risk of Covid-19. Officers are also asking people to avoid playing tricks that would result in the police being called. To try and reduce these complaints, they have put together a poster that people can put in their windows, which kindly asks that people do not knock on their door on Halloween. READ MORE: Discover more Halloween stories on Leicestershire Live Leicestershire Police have put out a poster for those who do not want to be involved in the Halloween celebrations without having to turn away trick or treaters.Īccording to the police, Halloween always sees an increase in calls to the police, with 600 emergency calls and 1,500 non-emergency calls happening within a 24-hour period. A poster has been released for people who don't want trick or treaters at their door this Halloween.
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