Lethbridge police, Interfaith Food Bank set to host trick-or-treating-inspired events [Video]

LETHBRIDGE –

With Halloween less than a week away, organizations in Lethbridge are preparing to get in on the trick-or-treating fun.

The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) is hosting its second annual Trunk-or-Treat on Oct. 31.

“We’re expecting approximately 1,500-1,700,” said Const. Christian Olsen, a K-9 handler with LPS and Trunk-or-Treat organizer.

“Last year, we did see about 800-900 kids, so we’re anticipating that ever year we hold this event, it’s just going to increase.”

Uniformed officers will hand out candy from decorated police vehicles at the boat launch parking lot at Nicholas Sheran Park, along with the Logan Boulet Arena parking lot.

Olsen says the event is a way for its officers to connect with the community in a different way.

“Anytime we have a community-related event, we notice an impact really quickly,” Olsen said.

“I think building that relationship, especially with youth, is extremely important.”

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