Prescription Drug Drop Box Program
The UConn Police Department is part of the State of Connecticut Prescription Drug Drop Box Program which is a medication collection and disposal program providing a safe disposal location for residents to properly dispose of unused household medications.
Our drug drop box is located at our Storrs Headquarters. Please refer to the Local Drug Collection Boxes to find location that may be closer to you.
These boxes are secured in the lobby of the police department, and are accessible anytime. No questions asked, just drop the unwanted medications in and they will be safely and securely destroyed.
What CAN and CANNOT be discarded in local medication drop-boxes
Yes:
- Over-the-counter medications
- Prescription medications
- Medication samples
- Medications for household pets
- Medicated lotions or ointments
No:
- Needles
- Hazardous Waste
- Thermometers
- Personal care products (shampoo, etc.)