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Libertyville PD Urges 'Patience' For Kids Carrying Blue Buckets

The blue candy bucket could signify the child has autism and is non-verbal.

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The Libertyville Police Department is urging residents to be patient for children trick or treating with a blue bucket. They may have autism.
The Libertyville Police Department is urging residents to be patient for children trick or treating with a blue bucket. They may have autism. (Libertyville Police Department Facebook page)

LIBERTYVILLE, IL — The Libertyville Police Department shared a helpful tip for those handing out candy for Halloween. The post on the police department's Facebook page urged residents to keep an eye out for children carrying blue candy buckets and pumpkins.

These buckets could signify the child has autism and is non-verbal, according to the Facebook post.

"They may be unable to say things like 'trick or treat' or 'Happy Halloween' before getting candy, so please be kind and be patient," according to the Facebook post.

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