Hoffman Estates police accepting unwanted prescription drugs

Posted October 16, 2013 10:34 am

Submitted by the Village of Hoffman Estates

The Hoffman Estates Police Department is partnering with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for a drug disposal event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26.

Residents will be able to properly and safely dispose of accumulated, unwanted and unused prescription pills, including controlled substances, which have not been previously accepted by the Solid Waste Agency of Northern Cook County (SWANCC). Unwanted pills with or without containers can be dropped off, but no liquids or needles will be accepted at this event.

The initiative addresses a vital public safety and health issue. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s National Survey on Drug Use and Health, more than 7 million Americans currently abuse prescription drugs. Studies also show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including the home medicine cabinet.

The event takes place at the Hoffman Estates Police Department, 411 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates. For more information, contact police Sgt. Joe Dornbos at (847) 781-2823, or joe.dornbos@hoffmanestates.org.

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