The Norwalk Police Department announced on Facebook that they now have a prescription drug drop box that was obtained through a grant from the National Association of Drug Diversion Investigators. The drop box is located in the lobby of Police Headquarters so residents can safely dispose of various drugs 24/7 without hassle.
Accepted items for the drop box are:
-Prescription medication
-Over-the-counter medication
-Medication samples
-Pet medication
-Vitamins and supplements
-Liquid medication in leak proof containers
-Medicated ointments and lotions
-Inhalers
Items that will not be accepted are:
-Needles, syringes, other sharp objects
-Thermometers
-IV Bags
-Bloody/infectious waste
-Hydrogen peroxide
-Business waste
Photo credit: Norwalk Police Department