Dispose of your expired medicine with Erie police at take-back event

Erie is hosting a medicine disposal event to offer people a chance to safely dispose of unwanted or unneeded medications.

People can take their medicines and drugs to the Erie Police Department at 1000 Telleen Avenue between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Saturday, according to an Erie police news release.

People can bring their unused or expired medicines, including controlled substances, over-the-counter meds, pet medications, and even liquids, with no questions asked, according to the release.

“This event offers a secure, no-questions-asked way to dispose of unwanted or expired prescription medications, helping keep them out of the wrong hands and protecting our waterways,” the release states. “It’s a small step that makes a big difference in keeping our community safe.”