Suffolk police have announced new public safety measures ahead of Halloween.

Authorities want to be prepared for this week's influx of trick-or-treaters.

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They will be increasing patrols and checking on sex offenders.

There's also a new Halloween safety PSA for children airing in both English and Spanish.