The Garner Police Department is hosting a medications take-back event 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 23 at the Police Department, located at 912 7th Avenue. The service is free, anonymous and no questions will be asked.
By providing safe and secure ways for people to get rid of unwanted prescription and over-the-counter medications, Operation Medicine Drop helps prevent accidental poisonings and drug abuse while protecting our waters. Since 2010, over 1000 sites have collected over 106 million dosage units of medication during take-back events statewide.
For more information about Operation Medicine Drop visit ncsafekids.org or contact Police Sgt. Sophia Sandlin at ssandlin@garnernc.gov or at 919-772-8810, Extension 5158.
