Halloween brings an evening of fun and festivities. Use extra caution when driving because of the additional pedestrians outside. If you plan to drink alcohol, don’t drive. Don’t allow others to drive if they have been drinking. Take action to ensure that party guests get home safely. In 2023, nearly half of all crash fatalities during Halloween night were alcohol-related.
Review the checklist below and visit the NHTSA website for additional Halloween safety tips to prepare for a safe and enjoyable Halloween:
For trick-or-treaters:
Costume Safety– Costumes should fit well to avoid tripping and masks shouldn’t obstruct vision.
Be Visible – Carry a flashlight and wear reflective stickers or gear, if possible.
Travel in Groups in Familiar Areas – Stay in well-lit areas and carry a cell phone.
Use Sidewalks and Cross at Intersections – Look for cars in all directions and obey signs.
Never Enter a Stranger’s House or Car – Only visit houses with a porch light on.
Don’t Pet Unfamiliar Dogs and Cats – Extra holiday activity can make pets startle easily.
Have an Adult Inspect Candy First – Especially if children have food allergies.
For drivers:
Slow Down and Be Prepared to Stop – Drive at reduced speeds and be extra alert for children that may run across the street suddenly.
Turn Headlights On – Watch for kids in dark costumes, especially at dusk.
For homeowners and party hosts:
Keep Holiday Décor and Candy Out of Reach from Babies and Pets – Decorations can present choking, flammable, or toxic dangers for young toddlers and dogs.
Clear Walkways and Steps – Look for tripping hazards like loose stones or falling risks.
Turn On Porch Lights and Yard Lights – Help trick-or-treaters avoid uneven pavement.
Secure Pets – Keep pets that may be confused or overstimulated in a separate room if there’s a risk they may run away or jump on strangers at the door.
Choose Safe Decorations – Candles can become a fire hazard if left unattended – consider using battery-operated candles inside jack-o’-lanterns as a safer alternative.
Help Guests Get Home Safely – Choose a designated driver, schedule ridesharing or taxis, offer guests the option to sleep over, and provide non-alcoholic beverages.
Custodial Arrests
10/13/26, a male, age 61, was arrested for DUI at the intersection of Lewis Avenue and Broadwood Drive.
10/10/26, a male, age 19, and a female, age 17, were arrested for possession of CDS and CDS paraphernalia in the 200 Blk. Rockville Pike.
10/13/26, a male, age 31, was arrested for trespassing in the Unit Blk. Upper Rock Circle.
10/13/26, a male, age 38, was arrested for possession of CDS and CDS paraphernalia in the 200 Blk. Rockville Pike.
10/14/26, a male, age 24, was arrested for shoplifting, possession of CDS and CDS paraphernalia, obstructing and hindering, and disorderly conduct in the 1500 Blk. Rockville Pike.
10/15/26, a male, age 35, was arrested for trespassing in the 100 Blk. E. Middle Lane.
10/17/26, a female, age 43, was arrested for burglary and assault in the 500 Blk. Pinewood Road.
10/18/26, a male, age 25, was arrested for assault in the Unit Blk. Upper Rock Circle.
10/19/26, a male, age 24, was arrested for assault in the 1000 Blk. Rockville Pike.
10/19/26, a male, age 32, was arrested for theft, rogue and vagabond, trespassing, obstructing and hindering, failure to obey a lawful order, and disorderly conduct in the 2300 Blk. Glenmore Terrace.
Incidents
Unit Blk. Monroe Place, an unknown subject stole a tip jar from a business at 2:51 p.m. on 10/6/26. Incident reported on 10/13/26.
2000 Blk. Veirs Mill Road, an unknown subject vandalized a building between 5:20 p.m. on 10/12/26 and 8:30 a.m. on 10/13/26.
800 Blk. King Farm Boulevard, an unknown subject vandalized a parking garage between 5:00 p.m. on 10/11/26 and 11:00 a.m. on 10/12/26.
1300 Blk. E. Gude Drive, a known subject stole personal property from a building between 9/11/26 and 10/8/26. Incident reported on 10/13/26.
12400 Blk. Twinbrook Parkway, an unknown male stole merchandise from a business at approx. 1:31 p.m. on 10/12/26. Incident reported on 10/13/26.
400 Blk. Blandford Street, an unknown subject discharged a firearm at approx. 2:00 p.m. on 10/12/26. Incident reported on 10/13/26.
600 Blk. Monroe Street, an unknown subject broke into a residence and assaulted the victim at approx. 11:00 p.m. on 10/13/26.
1100 Blk. Brooke Drive, an unknown subject stole an auto part from the victim’s front porch at 7:52 a.m. on 10/14/26.
900 Blk. Grand Champion Drive, an unknown subject stole personal property from a secured vehicle between 3:00 p.m. on 10/13/26 and 3:00 p.m. on 10/14/26.
1300 Blk. Gladstone Drive, an unknown subject stole personal property from an unsecured vehicle at 2:46 a.m. on 10/14/26.
900 Blk. Grand Champion Drive, an unknown subject stole personal property from a secured vehicle between 3:00 p.m. on 10/13/26 and 3:00 p.m. on 10/14/26.
13200 Blk. Aleutian Avenue, an unknown subject stole personal property from an unsecured vehicle between 2:30 p.m. on 10/14/26 and 9:30 a.m. on 10/15/26.
Unit Blk. Gerard Court, an unknown subject stole personal property from the victim’s residence between 12:00 a.m. on 10/11/26 and 12:00 p.m. on 10/15/26.
1400 Blk. W. Montgomery Avenue, unknown subjects burglarized a business between 5:58 p.m. and 6:08 p.m. on 10/15/26.
600 Blk. Great Falls Road, an unknown subject vandalized the bathroom of a public facility. Incident reported on 10/15/26.
400 Blk. Ritchie Parkway, an unknown subject defrauded the victim of personal funds via a jury duty scam between 4:33 p.m. and 7:34 p.m. on 10/15/26.
15900 Blk. Frederick Road, a known subject assaulted the victim at approx. 9:16 p.m. on 10/15/26. The victim was referred for charges.
5900 Blk. Halsey Road, a known male assaulted the victim between 3:00 a.m. and 3:17 a.m. on 10/16/26. Charges are forthcoming.
Unit Blk. Elmcroft Court, an unknown subject stole two electric scooters that were secured outside the victim’s residence between 11:00 a.m. on 10/15/26 and 5:30 a.m. on 10/16/26.
800 Blk. Pleasant Drive, a known subject assaulted the victim after a verbal altercation escalated at 11:23 a.m. on 10/16/26. The victim was referred for charges.
500 Blk. Azalea Drive, two known subjects engaged in a mutual assault after a verbal altercation at 5:33 p.m. on 10/16/26. Both subjects were referred for charges.
900 Blk. Twin Oaks Drive, an unknown subject stole personal property from the victim’s porch at 2:35 a.m. on 10/17/26.
1600 Blk. Rockville Pike, two unknown subjects stole merchandise from a business at 3:51 p.m. on 10/17/26.
1100 Blk. First Street, an unknown subject damaged a Montgomery County bus stop at 7:19 p.m. on 10/17/26.
13000 Blk. Atlantic Avenue, an unknown subject stole cash and personal property from the victim at 1:36 a.m. on 10/18/26.
900 Blk. Hungerford Drive, an unknown subject burglarized a business at 2:00 a.m. on 10/18/26.
1500 Blk. Rockville Pike, an unknown subject stole personal property from a business at 2:00 p.m. on 10/18/26.
100 Blk. Rollins Avenue, an unknown subject stole merchandise from a business at 3:26 p.m. on 10/18/26.
2200 Blk. Henson Norris Street, a known subject assaulted the victim at 1:00 p.m. on 10/18/26. The victim was referred for charges.
700 Blk. First Street, an unknown subject vandalized the victim’s unoccupied residence between 6:00 p.m. on 10/17/26 and 11:15 a.m. on 10/18/26.
700 Blk. Rockville Pike, two unknown subjects stole merchandise from a business at 8:35 a.m. on 10/19/26.
1500 Blk. Rockville Pike, an unknown subject stole merchandise from a business at 2:09 p.m. on 10/19/26.
