Prescription drug take-back event set Oct. 26 in Lewes

The Delaware River & Bay Authority Police Department will help area citizens remove potentially dangerous drugs from their homes Saturday, Oct. 26, during the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency’s 27th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Locally, the event will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Cape May-Lewes Ferry Terminal, 43 Cape Henlopen Drive, Lewes.

This initiative provides a way for the public to surrender expired, unwanted or unused pharmaceuticals and other medications to law enforcement officers for proper disposal. Improper disposal in trash cans or toilets can create safety, health and environmental risks.

This easy, hassle-free program is strictly confidential. No questions or requests for identification will be made by law enforcement personnel present. Participants will be asked to remove any personal information from bottles or packages.

Numerous collections sites are established throughout the area for the public to relinquish over-the-counter, controlled substances or prescription drugs – including tablets, capsules, ointments, creams and liquids – as well as expired animal medication and vitamins. No syringes are accepted. 

To find other nearby collection sites, go to dea.gov and click on the drug disposal icon, then enter a ZIP code.