Crime & Safety
Police Warn Medical Companies Not to Use Princeton Drop Box for Disposal
Employees at these companies have been seen disposing of their expired prescriptions in the drop box, which is designated for resident use.
Princeton, NJ -- Police are warning medical companies to stop disposing of their expired prescriptions in the medicine drop box at the Princeton Police Department.
“Recent video surveillance revealed employees from various medical institutions have been disposing of their expired prescriptions,” police said in a statement on Wednesday. “ … Medical facilities are governed by FDA Regulations and should dispose of their expired prescriptions accordingly. Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.”
The dropbox in place at the police department gives residents the chance to dispose of their expired and/or unused prescriptions with no questions asked. It is available to residents year-round.
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Anyone with questions can call Det. RT. Allie at 609-921-2100 ext. 2123.
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