We are joining law enforcement agencies nationwide and partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), in collecting expired, unused, and unwanted prescription medications (pills or patches only).
Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Oct. 22, these medications will be accepted by members of the Sheriff's Office at the Wonder Lake Fire Protections District, 4300 E. Wonder Lake Road, Wonder Lake, no questions asked. The drugs will then be safely disposed of. The service is free and anonymous. Please note that liquids, needles or sharps cannot be accepted.
Medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are alarmingly high, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. In addition, usual methods for disposing of unused medicines; flushing them down the toilet or throwing them in the trash;both pose potential safety and health hazards.
If you are unable to make our event, or another McHenry County police department event, more information can be found at usdoj.gov
This Saturday, October 22 10-2
DEA Drug Take Back
Wonder Lake Fire Protection District - East side
4300 E. Wonder Lake Road, Wonder Lake IL
Questions prior to the event can be directed to the Sheriff's Office Community Relations Division 815-338-2144
