Dist IV COPS & JLC Mentoring Youth Enrichment & Mentoring Program Hosts Halloween Event

The District IV Community Oriented Policing Section and JLC Mentoring Youth Enrichment and Mentoring Program partnered up to giveaway Halloween treats to the Oxon Hill community outside of the District IV police station.

 Over 130 bags of Trick-or-Treat candy was given away to numerous happy kids from the community.  The JLC Youth Enrichment and Mentoring Group, which is headed by Mr. Joseph L. Chaney, gives the youth support that many of them need and mentor relationships that connect them with reliable adults who can offer them opportunities to learn about the world of work, earn money, build a sense of worth and make lifelong friendships.  The mentoring group meets at the District IV/Oxon Hill Police Station Community Room each and every Saturday at 10:00 a.m.

JLC Youth Enrichment and Mentoring Program has many success stories.  Young men and women who have turned the corner to become hard working college students, with successful careers and goals, some who have taken jobs that are a stepping stone to something greater.  These youth have become a team of positive young men and women who work together and support each other to be successful.

Pictures Courtesy of the Prince George's County Police Department

PGPD Kicks Off Safe Treat Initiative



Cpl. Ervin giving candy & safety literature 



The Prince George's County Police Department's Safe Treat Initiative began last night with Community Services Division and district-level COPS officers conducting high visibility patrols.  These officers distributed candy and literature throughout the community near malls, schools and residential areas promoting the Safe Treat Initiative.




Cpl. Ervin giving candy & safety literature 

 

One of the goals of the Safe Treat Initiative is to provide parents with a safe place to bring their children for trick-or-treating.  Each district station will provide candy for trick-or-treaters tomorrow night and Sunday night.  Children should arrive in a safe costume; however, all children are welcome.  While parents and children are visiting, COPS officers will be available to answer questions and provide information and literature on personal safety, the Explorer program, and the PAL program.

All Photos courtesy of Capt. Awad (PGPD)



Cpl. D'Haiti distributes candy in District V



Cpl. Ervin giving candy




 





All Photos courtesy of Capt. Awad (PGPD)



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PGPD Offers Halloween Safety Tips

Prince George’s County, Maryland… In an effort to prepare for a safe Halloween, the Prince George’s County Police Department will be conducting high visibility patrol throughout the County.

Halloween may be a fun holiday for children, but for parents the holiday can be a little tricky. To help parents and children have a safe and enjoyable Halloween, the Prince George’s County Police Department offers the following safety tips:

For Trick-or-Treaters and Parents

• Wear a costume that makes it easy for you to walk in and to be seen in. An adult should always accompany smaller children.

• Carry a flashlight and make sure that some sort of reflective material is incorporated into the costume.

• Use sidewalks when available and try to stay in well-lit areas. Never dart out between parked cars. Always cross at corners and crosswalks.

• An outside light on in front of a house is usually a sign that trick-or-treaters are welcome. Avoid going to houses that are not lit.

• Allow an adult to inspect all treats prior to eating them. Only give and accept wrapped candy. If it appears to be tampered with, be on the safe side and discard it.

For Traveling Motorists

• Drive slowly! Be aware that young trick-or-treaters may dart out from between parked cars.

• Do not drive a vehicle while wearing a mask of any sort. Your visibility could be obscured.