Anyone can drop off unwanted or expired medications to any Indiana State Police Post during Saturday's event.
Shutterstock photo.
(Lawrenceburg, Ind.) – The next National Drug Take Back event is coming up soon.
The DEA will host a National Drug Take Back on Saturday, October 24 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
During that time, anyone can drop off unwanted or expired medications to any Indiana State Police Post.
The Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue.
According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 9.9 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from home medicine cabinets.
Learn more and find a collection site near you at www.takebackday.dea.gov.
Ripley Co. Sheriff Completes National Sheriffs’ Institute Leadership Development Course
Indiana Launches Enforcement Campaign to Target Distracted Driving and Speeding
Closure Planned on State Road 250 in Switzerland County
100th Birthday Celebration Set for April 12
New Life-Saving Technology Now in Service
Gov. Beshear Signs Legislation to Support Public Education and Safety
