Newtown Police Will Take Back Your Drugs In April

NEWTOWN, CT — Residents may dispose of their unused or expired prescription medications in a safe and controlled manner during Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, Apr. 22.

The event is organized annually by the Drug Enforcement Administration.

Medication drop off will take place at the Newton Police Department at 191 South Main Street, and disposals will be received strictly between from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Be advised that the police cannot accept needles or radioactive medications (typically utilized for the treatment of cancer) due to state regulations and concern for the officers' safety.