Kent Police to host prescription drug take back day

Published 12:10 pm Monday, April 21, 2025

The Kent Police Department is partnering with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for a prescription drug take back day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m Saturday, April 26 at the Kent Police Department, 232 Fourth Ave. S.

Simply drive up and drop off any unwanted/expired medications. Remember to remove any personal information on prescription bottles.

Medicines that sit in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse and abuse, according to Kent Police and the DEA. Many do not know how to properly dispose of unused medicines, often flushing them down the toilet or throwing them away: both are potential safety and environmental hazards. The Kent Police Department will work directly with the DEA to properly dispose of medication.

Police will not collect intravenous solutions, injectables, syringes, or medical waste or any substances that are illicit pursuant to either state or federal law, such as marijuana or methamphetamine.