Fulshear Police to Host DEA National Drug Take Back Day on April 26
The Fulshear Police Department will once again participate in the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, serving as an official medication disposal site on Saturday, April 26, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Residents can safely discard unused, expired, or unneeded prescription drugs at the Fulshear Police Station, located at 6639 West Cross Creek Bend.
This event provides the community with an opportunity to prevent prescription drug misuse by ensuring that medications do not fall into the wrong hands. The service is free and anonymous, with no questions asked.
What Items Are Accepted?
The Fulshear Police Department will collect:
- Tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid prescription medications
- Vaping devices and cartridges (only if lithium batteries are removed)
Items NOT accepted:
- Liquids and syringes
- Illegal drugs
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Why Participate in National Drug Take Back Day?
The drug overdose crisis in the United States remains a public health and safety concern, with prescription drug misuse playing a significant role in the epidemic. The DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to reduce the risk of medication misuse and opioid addiction by encouraging safe disposal practices.
Unused medications left in homes can often be misused or stolen, leading to potentially dangerous consequences. By participating in Drug Take Back Day, residents help protect their families and the community from prescription drug abuse.
A Nationwide Effort
In the October 2024 National Drug Take Back Day, the DEA recorded:
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4,425 law enforcement agencies participating
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4,644 collection sites across the country
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629,953 lbs. (314 tons) of medication collected
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Over 19.2 million lbs. (9,600 tons) collected since the program began
These numbers highlight the widespread community commitment to safe medication disposal.
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How to Participate
Residents looking to clean out their medicine cabinets can simply bring their accepted medications to the Fulshear Police Department during the designated hours. No appointments are necessary, and the process is completely anonymous.
For more information on National Drug Take Back Day, visit the DEA’s official website or contact the Fulshear Police Department.
By participating in this initiative, the Fulshear community can take an active role in preventing drug misuse and making the area a safer place for everyone.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
