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State Police partners with the DEA for National Prescription Drug Take-Back Program
ALBANY - On Saturday, September 29, the Drug Enforcement Agency has scheduled another National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day.

The New York State Police, communities and law enforcement agencies are partnering with the DEA to provide drop-off points across New York State.

The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is an opportunity for people to get rid of unwanted and unused prescription drugs in a safe way.

According to the DEA, after four previous Take-Back days, people across the U.S. turned in more than 774 tons of medication.

To find a nearby site, including several New York State Police stations, visit www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/drug_disposal/takeback.

If you can’t participate in the take-back program, the State Department of Environmental Conservation reminds you not to flush unused drugs if possible.