CARBONDALE– The City of Carbondale Police Department is looking for volunteers for its annual Halloween safety patrol called “Pumpkin Patrol.” It will be held on Friday, Oct. 31, from 4 to 8 p.m.
The department has sponsored the Pumpkin Patrol since 1992.
Volunteers wearing orange safety vests and/or driving vehicles bearing the “Pumpkin Patrol” logo will be patrolling areas of our community where kids go to “trick or treat.” Although we strongly encourage adults to accompany children, the volunteers will identify potential hazards to children and provide a place where children can turn if they feel unsafe.
If you are interested in being on the “Pumpkin Patrol,” please contact Officer Randy Mathis at 618-457-3200, Extension 402, or send an e-mail to rmathis@explorecarbondale.com
Applications for the Pumpkin Patrol can also be completed here.
