On Sunday, October 31, 2021, the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) will be preparing for an increase in vehicular traffic as well as an increase in pedestrians and bicycle traffic within residential areas. Operation Pedestrian Alert will serve as a reminder to the community that children’s safety is a top priority and drivers should watch out for those partaking in Halloween festivities.
Starting at 8 AM on Halloween, FCSO will have extra deputies patrolling the roads of Flagler County until midnight, including main roads and highways but especially the residential areas that are expecting lots of trick-or-treaters. Bicycle units will be patrolling the areas with the heaviest pedestrian traffic, including Sugarmill Plantation, Belleaire Drive, and surrounding roadways. The C.O.P.S. volunteers will be providing additional presence to the patrol unit and traffic control in busy residential areas.
FCSO’s Investigative Services Division (ISD) and Probation and Parole will be ensuring the safety of the community by prohibiting certain offenders from distributing candy or leaving their residences on Halloween as required by law. All sex offenders on felony supervision in Flagler County will be instructed to follow the conditions of their probation, and will be required to be in their houses by 4:30 PM and stay there and have no contact with minors.
“As always, safety is our number one priority,” Sheriff Rick Staly said. “There will be more people on the roads traveling to Halloween activities and there will be children and parents walking through residential neighborhoods. Please drive slowly and watch for trick-or-treaters and be cautious of your surroundings. Remember, don’t text and drive and don’t drink and drive. We hope you have a safe and fun Halloween!”
Melissa Morreale, Public Affairs Officer
Organizational Services Division
Flagler County Sheriff’s Office
