The annual statewide Operation Blackout gives an extra layer of protection to Tennessee communities by setting Halloween restrictions for convicted sex offenders in neighborhoods across the state.
On Halloween night, children are knocking on doors, and have no idea who the may come in contact with.
Because of this, the Operation Blackout assignment is a way to protect children and families.
According to Commissioner Chris Hansen, they have 156 probation and parole officers that will be out statewide on October 31. This is a large operation for the Tennessee Department of Correction…