Last Halloween in North Bay, kids out trick or treating found chocolate bars that contained razor-blade like objects.
The people that did it are still at large, and police have not been able to trace which homes the tampered candy came from.
See last year's story: Another report of razor blade in chocolate bar
Police spokesperson Marie Lugli told BayToday that three complaints were received by North Bay Police last October.
"One was a white powder that was on the chocolate bar. It was sent to the lab and found to be sugar."
But she says as far as the two razor blade incidents are concerned no connection to a specific home could be found.
Her advice to parents is to check their children's treats immediately after returning home and call police if anything suspicious turns up.
One incident last year was in the West Ferris area of the city.
A father said his daughter was trick or treating the Prince Edward Drive, Massey Drive and Thelma Street area of the city and also went to the fire station.
A Snickers chocolate bar was turned over to police that contained a razor blade, similar to a pencil sharpener blade. The family was alerted by a little hole on the side of the wrapper.
Another incident regarding a chocolate bar occurred on Aberdeen Street.
Here's a suggestion.
Police are giving out treats to all the little devils, scary characters and masked boys and girls who stop by to visit the station this Halloween.
Trick-or-treaters are welcome to come to police headquarters at 135 Princess Street West. Treats are provided courtesy of the North Bay Police Association and the North Bay Police Service.
Here's some other advice.
Drivers take note
Saturday, October 31st is Halloween, when there will be many people of all ages on our sidewalks and streets. Please don’t be a zombie when driving. Stay on high alert. Slow down. Make eye contact with pedestrians. Keep our children safe.
Be visible, even if you’re a ghost
Consider wearing costumes that are bright and light in colour. Include reflective tape, wear a glow-in-the-dark necklace, or carry a flashlight. Adjust the length of a costume to avoid the risk of tripping. Make sure masks do not obstruct a child’s vision; consider applying make-up instead.
Witch way to go?
Only visit homes with the lights on. “Lights off” means there are no treats on offer. Please don’t be wicked to people who are not participating in Halloween, just broom-broom on to the next place where people are ready to welcome you.
Don’t risk turning into a pumpkin
Where are you going? What time will you be home? Older children should make a plan with their parents or guardians and stick to it.
Egging is not a “trick”
Egg-throwing is not a “trick.” It’s called “vandalism” and it’s against the law, with scary consequences. Please play wisely and refrain from damaging property.
Eerie Home Decor
If you plan to transform your home into an eerie scene, be sure to keep the path leading up to your door free of obstacles for the little ones, especially those with masks who might have trouble seeing in dim light.
Scaredy cats and howling dogs
Strangers in costume can cause stress to pets. Police recommend that pet owners keep their pets indoors and away from the front door during peak trick-or-treating hours.
