<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1lSM4Y_0wGETzZ500" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1lSM4Y_0wGETzZ500" width="980" height="653" ><figcaption>Liberty</figcaption></figure><p>My son and I have been binging <i>The Rookie</i>, and he's all about crime in the area. So, I showed him how to search our neighborhood for sex and violent offenders through the Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office. This is a very helpful tool especially if you plan to go trick-or-treating.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1JZuIN_0wGETzZ500" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1JZuIN_0wGETzZ500" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Photo: canva street map safety</figcaption></figure><h2>Trick-or-Treat Safety: Check for Registered Sex Offenders in Your Neighborhood</h2><p>As Halloween approaches, families across Vanderburgh County are getting ready for a night of spooky fun. But along with the costumes and candy, safety is a top priority. One important way to keep your kids safe while trick-or-treating is to check for registered sex offenders in your neighborhood. Here’s how you can do that and ensure a worry-free Halloween for your family.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=3ZeKC0_0wGETzZ500" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=3ZeKC0_0wGETzZ500" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Sex and Violent Offender</figcaption></figure><h2>Use the Vanderburgh County Sex Offender Web Portal</h2><p>Vanderburgh County offers a valuable resource for residents to monitor sex or violent offenders living nearby. The Vanderburgh County Sex and Violent Offender Web Portal allows you to quickly search for any registered offenders in your area. This tool is designed to help you make informed decisions about your trick-or-treating routes and keep your children away from potentially dangerous areas. You can search by your address and see up to a 5-mile radius, search by name or workplace.</p><h2>Sign Up for Email Alerts</h2><p>Want to stay updated year-round? You can <b>register for email alerts</b> that notify you when a sex or violent offender is registered within a certain distance of any address you specify. This proactive approach helps you stay informed not only during Halloween but throughout the year.</p><h2>How to Report Violations</h2><p>The web portal also empowers the community to report any violations by registered offenders. According to local officials, community testimony is crucial in holding offenders accountable. If you notice any suspicious behavior or violations, don’t hesitate to report it. Your vigilance helps keep the neighborhood safe!</p><h2>Who Manages the Registry?</h2><p>In Indiana, it’s generally the responsibility of the <b>county sheriff</b> to register, verify, and monitor sex and violent offenders. Vanderburgh County’s registry is maintained within a centralized database, ensuring consistency across the state. You can easily access this database at www.sheriffalerts.com.</p><p>If you have any questions about Vanderburgh County’s community awareness program, feel free to reach out to <b>Deputy Mike Robinson</b> at 812-421-6201 or by email at <b>mrobinson@vanderburghsheriff.org</b>. He can help clarify how the system works and provide additional safety tips.</p><h2>2024's Top Halloween Costume Trends</h2><h2>Most Popular Dog Halloween Costumes for This Year</h2><p>As Halloween is about to roll around, you want to know the most popular dog Halloween costumes for this year. From old standbys that are still a hit, to costumes based on this year's popular movies, you will have plenty of great ideas.</p></div></body>

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Trick-or-Treat Safety: Check for Registered Sex Offenders in Your Neighborhood

My son and I have been binging The Rookie, and he's all about crime in the area. So, I showed him how to search our neighborhood for sex and violent offenders through the Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office. This is a very helpful tool especially if you plan to go trick-or-treating.