The Gwinnett County Police Department announced Sunday it will participate in the DEA National Drug Take Back Initiative on Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
A release from the department said the initiative will allow the community to drop off potentially dangerous prescription medications at collection sites around the county.
The program was designed for those who want to get rid of medications but do not have a way to properly dispose of them.
“The proper disposal of unused medications can save lives and protect the environment. Improper disposal of medications can contaminate the water supply and pose a risk of accidental poisoning and overdose,” the release said.
Drop off Location Sites for Saturday, October 28, 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.:
Police Headquarters- 770 Hi Hope Road, Lawrenceville
Universal Church/Iglesia Universal- 6081 Singleton Road, Norcross
District 2 - South Precinct- 2180 Stone Drive, Lilburn
District 3 - North Precinct- 2735 Mall of Georgia Blvd, Buford
District 4 - East Precinct- 2273 Alcovy Road, Dacula
District 5 - Central Precinct- 3125 Satellite Blvd, Duluth
District 6 - Bay Creek Precinct- 185 Ozora Road, Loganville
Those who drop off medications will not be asked about their medical history or how they came into possession of the medications.
