Crime & Safety

Farmington Hills Police Offer Controlled Substance Take-Back Oct. 29

Drop off prescription medications in a collection box inside the Hills Police Department on 11 Mile Road.

On Saturday, Oct. 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the will partner with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) to coordinate a one-day Controlled Substance Take-Back Initiative.

This collaborative effort will safely and anonymously remove potentially dangerous controlled substances (any medication requiring a prescription) from homes across the nation.

A collection box provided by the DEA will be located inside Farmington Hills Police Headquarters at 31655 Eleven Mile Rd. The drop off and pick up of pharmaceuticals will be supervised by officials from both the DEA and the Police Department. Pharmaceuticals do not need to be in original labeled packaging, any type of container is acceptable.

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Residents of any city can use the collection box at the Farmington Hills Police Department. Disposal of the materials will be accomplished in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations.

For more information, contact Police Investigations at 248-871-2770.

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