Once again this year, there will be a beefed-up police presence in Bird Rock to discourage bad behavior for Halloween on Friday, Oct. 31.
“Halloween is a Friday night, and we’re anticipating it will be very busy,” said Michelle of Neighborhood Watch in Bird Rock. Residents are encouraged to give out candy only between 5 and 8 p.m. The Bird Rock Community Council (BRCC) has contracted for six off-duty officers to walk the street. In addition, Michelle said, “The San Diego Police Department (SDPD)… will support us again with more resources than they did last year, which will include Retired Senior Volunteer Patrol (RSVP).” Michelle noted that the community has been plagued in the past by vandalism, teen drinking and fighting.
“The San Diego Police should be thanked for their continuing support,” Michelle said.
The BRCC has issued these tips: Please know where your children are at all times; use a flashlight and light-colored/reflective clothing; walk in a group and report suspicious or illegal activity to police; and
inspect all candy before consuming it.
The BRCC also notes it’s important for parents and their children to have an arranged meeting point should they get separated, which happens most every year amid the fun and excitement of the event.
The SDPD has sent out a reminder that it will be enforcing numerous laws including the Social Host Ordinance, which holds adults responsible for hosting gatherings of three or more people where even one minor consumes alcohol. Alcohol is also not permitted on public streets. Citations for vandalism, including defacing property and damaging decorations and pumpkins, will also be strictly enforced by police.
For more information, visit birdrockcc.org.