MatForce and local law enforcement agencies throughout Yavapai County are recommending that unwanted drugs be brought to Dump the Drugs on Saturday, October 29 from 10am to 2pm.

This event is held in partnership with the DEA’s National Take Back Day. Drugs can be disposed of at multiple locations throughout the county, including Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Clarkdale, Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Chino Valley.

Cottonwood Police Chief and MatForce board member Steve Gesell said: Store these dangerous drugs properly and safely and dispose of them as needed. You protect your loved ones and our environment at the same time. “

In the Prescott area, you can bring prescription and over-the-counter drugs to:

• Yavapai College, 1100 E. Sheldon, Prescott

• Prescott Police Department, 222 S. Marina

• Fry’s Pharmacy, in conjunction with the Prescott Valley Police Department, is located at 3100 N Glassford Hill Road.

• Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office Williamson Valley Substation, 4155 West Outer Loop Road, Prescott

• Chino Valley Police Department, 1950 Voss Drive.

In Verde Valley, you can bring prescription and over-the-counter drugs to:

• Cottonwood Police Department, 199 S. 6th Street

• Camp Verde Marshal’s Office (646 S. 1st Street)

• Clarkdale Police Department (Address: 49 N. 9th Street).

For more information, call 928-708-0100 or visit the MatForce website at matforce.org.

Information provided by MatForce.