Prescription Drug Take Back Day to be hosted by Fallbrook deputies

FALLBROOK – For resident looking to get rid of unwanted and expired prescription drugs, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department will be collecting and disposing of these medicines during the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. The event will be held, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 28.

Sheriff’s deputies will be accepting these items at the Fallbrook Sheriff's Substation, 388 E. Alvarado Street.

The service is free and anonymous. No sharps or needles will be accepted. Unwanted or expired prescription drugs can be dangerous to the community by falling into the wrong hands. Anyone who can’t participate in Prescription Drug Take Back Day can always drop off unwanted prescriptions at any sheriff's station or substation during normal business hours.

For more information, visit http://goo.gl/EZkJL4.