The Benbrook Police Department, working with the Drug Enforcement Administration, is hosting a National Take-Back Initiative to collect unused or expired over-the-counter and prescription medications for proper disposal.

The event is FREE and open to the public, and takes place on Saturday, April 24, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Benbrook Fire Station, 528 Mercedes Street.

Please note: Inhalers, Intra-venous solutions, injectables, and syringes will not be accepted due to potential hazards posed by blood-borne pathogens.

For questions, contact Detective Hatton (817-249-6089) at the Benbrook Police Department or Chief Hartman at the Benbrook Fire Department (817-249-1727).