Halloween is shaping up to be a night of spooky fun as neighborhoods in Lee County light up with spectacularly terrifying displays.
But the Lee County Sheriff's Office is emphasizing the importance of safety for trick-or-treaters.
Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno shared some essential tips to ensure a safe Halloween for everyone.
"Parents should make sure their children are walking in groups," said Marceno. "They should also be safe on the roadways. They should be mindful that when walking on a dark roadway, they should be aware of not only vehicle but also pedestrian traffic.”
Drivers should be particularly cautious of children on the streets. The sheriff's office also recommends that people wear bright, colorful clothing or carry flashlights when trick-or-treating, as this can help make them more visible in the dark.
Parents are also advised to check their children's candy to ensure it is adequately sealed and safe to eat.
Otherwise, Sheriff Marceno said deputies will be out in full force to ensure a safe environment for all.
"We're going to have extra patrols everywhere," he said. "We're going to create that omnipresence so people can see us, visible. Also on the other side, undercover operations, undercover detectives, plain clothes, you know, undercover vehicles, drones, utilizing technology to ensure that everybody is safe during this holiday."
Deputies, in partnership with state authorities, will also conduct sex offender and predator checks.
It's important to note that registered sex offenders are prohibited from giving out candy, and their homes will not have lights or decorations.
As trick-or-treaters flood the streets, safety remains a top priority in Lee County.