Crime & Safety
Full-Time Meds Drop Off Box Opened by Cops
Police department lobby will be location for 24-7 disposal center.
The Jefferson Township Police Department has set up a 24-hour, seven day a week drop-off box for residents’ unused and unwanted prescription drugs.
The Drug Take-Back Program will have a drop box in the main lobby of the police department on Weldon Road in Oak Ridge, according to Capt. Eric Wilsusen.
Approved items for disposal include:
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- Prescription and over-the-counter medications
- Vitamins
- Medication Samples
- Veterinary Medications
- Narcotics
- Empty Containers
Non-approved items include:
- Needles of any kind
- IV Bags
- Personal Care Products
- Hydrogen Peroxide
- Inhalers
- Thermometers and other items containing Mercury
“By properly disposing of your prescriptions, you are contributing to the safety and well-being of your community’s youth: the abuse of prescription and over-the-counter medications are on the rise, due in part to these drugs being easily accessible,” Chief Kevin Craig said in a statement.
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