EXTRA police patrols are set to take place this Halloween as police respond to criminal behaviour. 

Officers in Hedge End will be conducting high-visibility patrols across their entire patch on Halloween, as well as responding to any reports of anti-social or criminal behaviour. 

In a Facebook post, police in the area said incidents on the night are "luckily very rare". 

But they have warned trick-or-treaters to be aware of vulnerable people on the night. 

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A spokesperson said: "Halloween should be a fun and enjoyable event for children and adults however it can be a worrying time for vulnerable people. Late evening door knocks can be unnerving.

"If you, or any of your friends and relatives are worried about "Rogue Trick or Treaters" coming to your door, you are welcome to print off the attached poster to place on your front door."

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