Drug Take Back and Shredding Oct. 24

The Evans Police Department will host a Drug Take Back and Shredding Event on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Sam’s Club parking lot.

Community members are invited to bring unused, expired or unwanted medications for safe disposal, as well as sensitive documents that are no longer needed for secure shredding.

Proper disposal of medications helps prevent misuse and keeps unwanted medications out of homes and the environment. Secure document shredding also provides residents with an opportunity to safely dispose of materials containing personal or confidential information.

The following items will not be accepted during the event:

• Needles and sharps

• Mercury thermometers

• Oxygen containers

• Chemotherapy or radioactive substances

• Pressurized canisters

• Illegal drugs

Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this free opportunity to safely dispose of medications and sensitive documents while helping support a safer community.

For questions or additional information, contact Officer Ramirez at 970-778-6553 or dramirez@evanscolorado.gov.