EYEWITNESS NEWS (WBRE/WYOU) — It's not something parents think to check before heading out to trick-or-treat; Who lives at the house your children are walking up to for candy?
According to officials with the Stop Abuse Campaign, when situations exist that draw in children, they also attract predators.
Does this mean we should avoid trick-or-treating? No, but officials say it is important to recognize the need to keep your children safe no matter the circumstance.
Weather for Halloween 2024 in Pennsylvania
One way to help prepare for your Halloween night is to know who lives in certain houses within your town.
Pennsylvania State Police provides the Megan's Law website where you can find any registered sex offenders listed in the neighborhoods near and around you.
You can search by your county or zip code and obtain a list of registered sex offenders with an image, address, and the crimes they committed.
It might not be the primary concern, but by using this resource you can learn the facts and keep the experiences safe for your childs Halloween season.
