Charleston Police to Participate in Drug Take Back Day

Charleston Police to participate in Drug Take Back Day

CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WOWK) — The Charleston Police Department (CPD) is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for Fall National Drug Take Back Day. The twice-a-year event takes place on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and it allows people to get rid of unused and expired prescription medication in a safe way. The collected drugs are then destroyed by the DEA. Sergeant Travis Bailes with CPD said the program helps k…

HPD to participate in Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday

This Saturday, the Harrisonburg Police Department and other local organizations will participate in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, allowing area residents to get rid of unused drugs and keep opioids and other dangerous medications from being misused.