UPDATE: The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) partnered with the Hamilton County Coalition for a Drug Take-Back Event on Tuesday at Access Pharmacy on Hixson Pike.

HCSO Property & Evidence personnel, joined by Reserve Deputies, collected 139 pounds of unused, expired, or unneeded prescription medications.

Officials say safe disposal helps prevent misuse, theft, and potential contamination of local water systems.

Residents who missed the event can still drop off prescription medications year-round, Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 3:30pm, at these locations:

West Sector Building – 6233 Dayton Boulevard

Law Enforcement Operations Center – 6125 Preservation Drive

Hamilton County Jail & Detention Center (Main Entrance) – 601 Justice Way

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