Full Notification

Location:Ojai Police Department, 402 South Ventura St, Ojai
Date & Time:March 19, 2010
Unit Involved:Ventura County Sheriff’s Department / Ojai Substation

The Ventura County Sheriff's Department / Ojai Substation, has launched a new program that offers a convenient confidential drop box where Ojai Valley residents can deposit unused or expired pharmaceuticals, in an effort to divert harmful drugs away from the environment and children. Pharmaceuticals are medications, including prescription drugs such as painkillers, hormones, antidepressants, antibiotics, cold/flu remedies, OTC medications and veterinary medicines.

There are many risks associated with storing prescription drugs that are not part of a current drug therapy.

The prescriptions may be outdated and not effectively treating the symptoms they are intended for. If prescription drugs are being stored and the person they are prescribed for is not taking them according to the prescription, it is possible they could be taken by mistake or potentially stolen. If prescription drugs are disposed of in our water supply, a potential for contamination to the water, our environment, and our residents may occur.

Ojai Valley residents are encouraged to utilize the collection bin located in the public lobby of the P.D. during normal business hours, Monday thru Friday - 8AM to 5PM. This program is not intended for commercial use, and is restricted from receiving mail, batteries, trash and syringes – as placarded on the exterior of the bin.

Officer Preparing Release: Sgt. Maureen Hookstra

Follow-up Contact: Sgt. Maureen Hookstra (805) 646-1414

Approved By: Captain Chris Dunn