Drive-through drug takeback event scheduled for Oct. 24 in Bend

Kelsey Merison

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening next, Bend police are giving people a chance to safely get rid of unused or expired medications.

A drive-through drug takeback event is happening Saturday, October 24th, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Bend Police Department on NE 15th Street.

People can drop off unwanted prescription drugs, along with used sharps — as long as they’re secured in a sharps container.

The event aims to keep unused medications out of the wrong hands and help protect the community.

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