10/20/2026
GOT UNUSED MEDS?
BRING ’EM BACK!
Protect Your Family. Protect Your Community.
The Highland Park Police Department will be hosting Operation Take Back on:
Saturday, october 24, 2026
Sunday, October 25, 2026
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Location: Police Headquarters
This is a great opportunity for residents to safely and responsibly dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired prescription medications—no questions asked.
ACCEPTED ITEMS (WHAT TO BRING)
Prescription medications (controlled and non-controlled)
Over-the-counter medications (pain relievers, cold/flu, etc.)
Pills, tablets, and capsules
Medicated patches
Pet/veterinary medications
Vitamins and supplements
Va**ng devices/cartridges (batteries removed)
NOT ACCEPTED (DO NOT BRING)
Syringes, needles, or any sharps
Illicit drugs
Aerosol cans
Inhalers (varies by site—generally not accepted)
Mercury thermometers
Biohazard or infectious waste
Loose liquids (unless sealed in original container, if accepted at all)
ITEMS THAT SHOULD BE DISCARDED / THROWN OUT (NOT COLLECTED)
Empty pill bottles and packaging
Plastic bags used to transport medications
Cardboard boxes or outer packaging
Personal paperwork or prescription inserts
👉 Bottom line: Only the medication itself is needed—everything else goes in the trash or recycling.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS
Remove or black out personal information on prescription labels
Keep medications in original containers or a sealed bag for transport
No questions asked—anonymous drop-off
Purpose: prevent misuse, theft, and environmental harm
Proper disposal helps prevent misuse, protects the environment, and keeps our community safe. Take a few minutes to check your medicine cabinets and stop by—we’ll take care of the rest.
We look forward to seeing you there.
https://www.dea.gov/takebackday
