The Bermuda Police Service will maintain a presence throughout the island today to ensure a safe Hallowe’en.

Acting Superintendent Arthur Glasford said members of the roads policing and police support units, as well as the Bermuda Reserve Police, would be “monitoring the streets to assist and protect the community”.

He added that officers would use “all lawful powers” to detect and deter egg-throwing incidents and antisocial behaviour, and urged people to consider how these acts may affect others.

Mr Glasford explained: “Hallowe’en does bring that sort of behaviour from young people who see it as fun and games, but sometimes it goes too far and people get injured.”

Police said this month that egg-throwers could expect to be arrested and advised parents and shopkeepers to look out for individuals, particularly young people, attempting to buy unusually large quantities of eggs.

Mr Glasford said: “The focus is going to be around Hallowe’en to ensure the safety of young people that choose to participate.

“Any other issues that come to light, we will deal with them accordingly.”

He said Hallowe’en policing plans were in place before teenager Ethan Arruda was fatally stabbed on Devonshire Bay Road last weekend.

Mr Glasford said trick-or-treaters should carry flashlights, wear reflective or bright-coloured costumes and be accompanied by parents or other trusted adults.

He encouraged the community to report any antisocial behaviour or suspicious activity to police.