Halloween is quickly approaching, and celebrations have already started.

The Cherokee County Sheriff's Office is reminding kids and parents to stay safe while trick-or-treating, exploring haunted houses, or attending costume parties: Close

Halloween safety tips

"If you plan to go out in search of treats, parents and guardians should take the time to check their local sex offender registry at https://sexoffender.ncsbi.gov/ . At this webpage you can view a map of registered sex offenders’ addresses in your area and also set up an alert that will notify you if a sex offender moves to your area."

Once you have determined an optimal route for treat-seeking, Sheriff Dustin Smith recommends following these basic safety tips:

Choose a Halloween costume with bright colors or reflectiv

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