Police agencies across the nation are once again participating in the third National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day, which is scheduled to run 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.
The event allows people to rid their homes of expired or unwanted prescription drugs–for free and with no questions asked.
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Among those that have advertised drop-off locations are:
Buena Park Police Department, which will accept the drugs in its lobby at 6640 Beach Blvd. and the Buena Park Senior Center at 8150 Knott Ave.
Irvine Police Department, which has a collection site at One Civic Center Plaza. Questions? Contact Sgt. Dennis Maisano at 949.724.7023.
Visit DEA.gov, click on the “Got Drugs?” icon and follow the links to find a drop-off location near you. You can also go to Justice.gov/DEA.
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