St. Charles, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is teaming up with the Campton Hills Police Department for a Prescription Drug Drop Off Event Thursday, August 14, from 9-11 a.m. The event will be held at the Campton Hills Police Department, 40W270 La Fox Rd., Suite B, in Campton Hills.
This free outdoor event will allow residents to remain in their vehicles while safely dropping off unused, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs. Please bring medications in a sealed plastic bag if possible.
“I invite everyone to utilize this opportunity to safely dispose of these substances that can become dangerous when in the wrong hands,” stated Rep. Ugaste. “Thank you to the Campton Hills Police Department for hosting this free outdoor event.”
Accepted medications that can be disposed of include tablets, capsules, and other solid forms of prescription drugs; patches, vaping devices, and cartridges with lithium batteries removed; prescription ointments, pet medications, and vitamins. Restricted items that will not be accepted include liquids, including intravenous solutions, syringes, needles, and illegal drugs.