SCPD to Monitor Sex Offenders During Halloween

The Suffolk County Police Department Special Victims Section will have detectives out in force from now until Halloween to interview and monitor registered sex offenders residing throughout the police district, according to a release from the department.

Police said the focus will be to pay close attention to the holiday décor of the residence as well as conducting in-person interviews for address verification purposes and police monitoring of the designated offender.

Additional police patrols, both marked and unmarked, will be deployed throughout residential areas to enhance safety, help prevent property damage and discourage general mischief.

 Parents are reminded to monitor their children’s activity on Halloween and to discuss with them the safety precautions regarding trick or treating and their interaction with strangers. All treats should be examined before consumption, and, of course, any suspicious activity or suspected tampering of treats should be reported to the Suffolk County Police Department immediately, according to police.

“Our detectives will be taking a proactive approach in speaking with registered sex offenders about the upcoming holiday,” said Police Commissioner Richard Dormer, in a statement. “It is our goal to make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable day.”