National Drug 'Take Back Day'

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The majority of prescription drug abusers say that they obtained their supply of prescription medications from friends and family.

The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office says that properly disposing of prescription medication, such as opioids, can significantly decrease the likelihood of individuals having access to these highly addictive drugs.

Tomorrow, Saturday, April 27 is National Drug Take Back Day, a national day dedicated to drug abuse prevention. As part of the event, the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office will provide three convenient, free medication drop-off sites.

When: Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Drop-off locations will be located at:

Robbinsdale Hy-Vee - 3505 Bottineau Blvd

Bloomington Walgreens – 3913 W. Old Shakopee Road

Minnetonka Walgreens – 4950 County Road 101

Each site will be located in a pharmacy parking lot and staffed by Sheriff's Deputies who will collect unwanted medications -- no need for residents to get out of their vehicles.

Deputies will also hand out free medication disposal pouches for residents who may have additional medications at home that they wish to dispose of properly.

There are over 30 year-round medicine drop boxes located throughout Hennepin County. For a full listing, including a map of locations, visit www.hennepin.us/medicine

Look for more news on the Hennepin County Sheriff's website at http://www.hennepinsheriff.org.