Crime & Safety

Manville Police To Participate In Operation Take Back Saturday

The Manville Police Department will be collecting potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs for destruction.

MANVILLE, NJ — The Manville Police Department will be collecting potentially dangerous expired, unused and unwanted prescription drugs for destruction on Saturday.

This collection will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is part of the Department Enforcement Administration's “Operation Take Back.”

This initiative seeks to prevent increased pill abuse and theft. The service is free and anonymous, no questions asked. All residents are encouraged to participate and dispose of their unwanted prescriptions in a safe manner.

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Residents can drop off prescriptions at the Manville Police Department at 2 North Main St.

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