The semi-annual National Drug Take-Back event has been coordinated by the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office and the United States Drug Enforcement Administration from Sept. 22-27. It’s a chance for citizens to safely and legally dispose of unused prescription drugs, keeping them out of the environment and the hands of children, as well as those who might illegally sell or consume the drugs.
At the end of the weeklong event, the DEA will collect all deposited medications and dispose of them.
The hours for the National Drug Take-Back event are Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The collection location will be at the Criminal Investigations Division entrance, on the south side of the Bradley County Judicial Center. Signs will direct to the correct doors.
Sheriff Eric Watson wishes to thank the GRAAB Coalition, (Going Respectfully Against Addictive Behavior) for their assistance in this free public service.