North Vernon Fire Dept. to host drug take back event

North Vernon Fire and Police are joining with Indiana State Police for a drug take back event this weekend.

On Saturday, April 27th, Hoosiers will have an opportunity to participate in the 17th nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” Day by visiting Indiana State Police posts and locations sponsored by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency and the Indiana Board of Pharmacy. In North Vernon, a site will be available at the North Vernon Fire Department, located at 2000 North Madison Ave.

In partnership with the federal Drug Enforcement Administration, the initiative seeks to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft through proper disposal of prescription drugs.