Assemblyman Anil Beephan (R, C-East Fishkill) joined local officials and community partners on April 25 to host successful Drug Take Back Day events at the Amenia and Wappinger Town Halls, resulting in the collection of over 100 pounds of unused and expired prescription medications.

The initiative provided residents with a safe and convenient way to dispose of unused medications, preventing them from being misused or falling into the wrong hands. Hundreds of potentially dangerous pills and controlled substances were safely secured and removed from circulation.

“This effort is about protecting our families and keeping our communities safe,” said Beephan. “We are preventing these substances from ending up on our streets, in our waterways or in the hands of those who could misuse them. I am grateful to our local partners who made this event possible and to the residents who took the time to participate.”

The events were held in partnership with the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office, led by Sheriff Kirk Imperati, and the Council on Addiction Prevention and Education (CAPE). Assemblyman Beephan also recognized the leadership and support of Amenia town supervisor Rosanna Hamm and Joseph D. Cavaccini for their partnership in coordinating the successful collection events.