Getting drugs off the street is one way that law enforcement and social agencies can battle the opioid epidemic. A new drug drop-off box, in partnership with the Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition (SCADC), is now available at Volunteer State Community College. It is located in the Campus Police Department lobby, on the first floor of the Wood Campus Center.
“Proper drug disposal can prevent individuals from potentially misusing medications that are not prescribed to them or have passed their expiration date,” said Meagan Griffith with SCADC. “While Sumner County has several drop boxes, being able to add one at Vol State gives residents another option, especially for busy college students who might not otherwise have the time to dispose of medications at another location.”
“This is a confidential drop,” said Vol State police chief, Angie Lawson. “We’re not going to ask any questions of anyone. Of course, if they have questions for us we will be happy to answer.”
Only prescription drugs are allowed at the drop box. Illegal drugs and syringes are not allowed. Vol State in Gallatin is located at 1480 Nashville Pike.
Pictured: Tiffany Zwart with the Vol State Student Engagement Office worked with Chief Angie Lawson on the project, in partnership with the Sumner County Anti-Drug Coalition.
