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The Laramie County Sheriff’s Office is asking Cheyenne-area residents to clear out unused medications at a one-day collection event on Saturday, April 25. Officials say the initiative offers a safe, legal way to dispose of drugs and reduces the risk that prescriptions end up in the wrong hands or flushed into the environment.
Where and when
Deputies will be accepting medications from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at two fire stations in Laramie County:
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- Laramie County Fire Authority Station 1 — 5800 N. College Drive
- Laramie County Fire District 1, Station 1 — 207 E. Allison Road
The drop-off is intended for both prescription and over-the-counter drugs that residents no longer need. Sheriff’s office officials emphasize the program’s dual goals: preventing accidental poisonings and curbing misuse by keeping medicines out of reach of children and unauthorized users.
What can and cannot be dropped off
Most household medications are welcome, but organizers note a few clear exclusions. In particular, vape devices will only be accepted if the batteries have been removed first. This requirement is intended to reduce fire and safety risks during collection and transport.
- Illegal drugs — not accepted
- Sharps and needles — not accepted
- Thermometers — not accepted
- Oxygen containers — not accepted
- Pressurized containers — not accepted
- Radioactive materials — not accepted
- Chemotherapy drugs — not accepted
By funneling unused medicines into supervised disposal, the county aims to limit accidental ingestions and the diversion of controlled substances. Participants can drop items off anonymously and without any fee.
For residents planning to attend, remember the April 25 date and the time window; arriving earlier helps avoid lines and ensures staff can handle collections safely. The sheriff’s office said the event is a routine public-safety service and encouraged anyone with questions to contact their office for details.
