Albuquerque ranks among nation’s most dangerous cities on Halloween
By Peyton Spellacy
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KOAT) — New research from the Action Network shows Albuquerque is the third most dangerous city in the country on Halloween. That ranking includes crimes and drunk driving. With more people, candy and cash on the streets tonight, authorities warn thieves may see opportunities to strike.
Police remind parents to keep a close eye on young children, especially with masks and dark costumes that make identification harder. They urge families to know their child’s route, keep them in sight and set a clear return time.
Paul Szych, KOAT’s crime expert, also said there’s strength in numbers. Going out in groups makes kids less appealing targets, and reflective costumes or lights help keep them visible.
“Let’s just say they have a scary character that they’re portraying,” Szych said. “Understand that same outfit’s gonna be hard to be seen at night against a black backdrop. So something I recommend is either some sort of flashing little light that’s on their outfit, or even a glow stick. Something that makes it easy for them to be seen.”
If you’re driving tonight, police urge caution in neighborhoods. Szych suggests going at least 10 miles an hour under the posted speed limit anywhere trick-or-treaters are active.
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