The Oxford Police would like to remind residents to have a safe and happy Halloween.  Parents are always urged to accompany younger children whenever possible during trick or treating.  As always, the police will have an officer stationed at the corner of Belvidere Ave. and Lincoln Rd. along with members of the Oxford Emergency Squad.  The police department will be in full force during trick or treat and officers will be available to assist where needed.  Members of the Emergency Squad will also be in force throughout town to assist where needed.

    As a service to the Oxford Community, the police department would like to offer the following tips for a safe Halloween.

• Parents should assist their children in planning a safe route for trick or treating.  Set up a time for their return home and strictly enforce that rule.
• If you are unable to accompany your children during trick or treat, make sure that you know what route they are taking.
• Let your children know not to cut through fields or yards.  Make sure they know to stay in populated areas and don't go off the beaten path.  Stay in well lighted areas.
• Instruct your children not to eat any treats until they bring them home to be thoroughly examined by a parent or an adult.
• Instruct your child never to go into the home of a stranger or to get into their car.
• Make sure that your child carries a flashlight, glow stick or any other means to make sure they are visible to vehicles.
• Make sure that you check your child's costume before leaving the house to ensure that the costume is safe.  Any costumes with masks should have eye holes large enough so that your child's peripheral vision is not obstructed.  Costumes should be short enough as not to cause your child to trip and possibly fall.

If parents have any questions concerning Halloween safety or any other matters, please feel free to call the police department at (908) 453-4133