Crime & Safety
City Of Fishers Trick Or Treat Hours
Fishers Police Chief Mitch Thompson shares city's trick or treat hours, and Halloween safety tips for families.

FISHERS, IN β Fishers families planning on trick or treating during Halloween may be excited to know Fishers Police Chief Mitch Thompson has announced trick-or-treat hours. Halloween candy collecting hours for Fishers will be 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 31. Yes, that is on Halloween.
Fishers Police Department said Chief Thompson is also offering the following Halloween safety tips:
- Give and accept wrapped or packaged candy only.
- Only go to houses that you know the owner.
- Have children bring treats home for adult inspection before they are eaten.
- A parent or adult should accompany children when they are trick-or-treating.
- Carry a flashlight.
- Stay within your neighborhood; only visit homes you know.
- Use make-up or face paint instead of masks. If masks are used, make sure the child has good visibility.
- Choose costumes that are flame retardant.
- Wear light-colored clothing, short enough to prevent tripping. Add reflective tape to dark colored costumes.
- Watch for vehicle traffic and use caution when crossing the street.
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FPD said police cars will be patrolling the neighborhoods to ensure everyoneβs safety during Halloween, and asks community members to please call 911 immediately if you see or find anything suspicious.
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