LASD DON’T LET YOUR MEDICATIONS GO DOWN THE DRAIN

LASD - DON’T LET YOUR MEDICATIONS GO DOWN THE DRAIN, National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day 2014

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will participate in the ninth and final Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, September 27, 2014, between 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM.  The Sheriff’s Department encourages members of the community to take their expired, unneeded, or unwanted prescription drugs to any Safe Drug Drop-Off box located outside Los Angeles County Sheriff’s patrol stations. This is an opportunity for residents to dispose of their medications safely without harming the environment or falling into the wrong hands.  Only pills can be brought to the collection sites this Saturday.

In September of 2009 the new “Safe Drug Drop-Off” Program was first introduced at Lomita Sheriff’s Station.  This program was developed to provide a unique opportunity for residents to safely and anonymously drop-off expired or unused prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, syringes (sharps), and any other controlled substances.  Five years later the program continues to be successful and has expanded. Now there are 21 Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Stations participating in the “Safe Drug Drop-Off” Program. 

The drug disposal drop boxes are available 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year in front of the following stations:

1. Altadena Station: http://www.Altadena.lasd.org

2. Carson Station: http://www.Carson.lasd.org

3. Century Station: http://www.Century.lasd.org

4. Compton Station: http://www.Compton.lasd.org

5. Crescenta Valley Station: http://www.CrescentaValley.lasd.org

6. East Los Angeles Station: http://www.EastLA.lasd.org

7. Industry Station: http://www.Industry.lasd.org

8. Lakewood Station: http://www.Lakewood.lasd.org

9. Lancaster Station: http://www.Lancaster.lasd.org

10. Lomita Station: http://www.Lomita.lasd.org

11. Malibu / Lost Hills Station: http://www.LostHills.lasd.org

12. Marina Del Rey Station: http://www.MarinaDelRey.lasd.org   

13. Norwalk Station: http://www.Norwalk.lasd.org

14. Palmdale Station: http://www.Palmdale.lasd.org

15. Pico Rivera Station: http://www.PicoRivera.lasd.org   

16. San Dimas Station: http://www.SanDimas.lasd.org

17. Santa Clarita Valley Station: http://www.SantaClarita.lasd.org

18. South Los Angeles  http://www.SouthLA.lasd.org

19. Temple Station: http://www.Temple.lasd.org

20. Walnut / Diamond Bar Station: http://www.Walnut.lasd.org

21. West Hollywood Station: http://www.WestHollywood.lasd.org

To view the DEA's new disposal regulations, click on the link below:

http://www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/index.html

Written by:

Diane Hecht, Sergeant

Sheriff's Headquarters Bureau - Newsroom

Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department

323-267-4800

Email: SHBNewsroom@lasd.org

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Car Break-ins on the Rise.

Cesar our SLO, stopped by Debbie's to let her know that we are having a lot of car break-ins in OUR neighborhood.  

Please remember to Lock your Vehicle and take your ipod's, phones and other expensive items inside with you.  Don't leave your phone charger plugged in and in view...a thief might think your device is still in your car.   

PLEASE REPORT ALL BREAK-INS TO THE POLICE. WE DON'T GET PATROL IF CRIMES AREN'T BEING REPORTED.

FREE SEMINAR. The Truth About Domestic Violence, Sep 16. in North Hills

LAPD’s Mission Police Station and the Mission Area Clergy Council are sponsoring a 90-minute long seminar on domestic violence called, The Truth about Domestic Violence.

Where:  Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church
               15444 Nordhoff St
               North Hills, CA 91343

When:  Sep 16, 6:30 pm

Domestic abuse strikes all strata of society: millionaire athletes, doctors, lawyers, to the youngest teen couple.  While one might think of domestic abuse as physical, and it often is, it always has a component of emotional abuse.

Through emotional abuse, the abusive partner weakens the victim, who comes to question everything the victim knows and feels.

Attend the seminar and learn the signs of domestic abuse, and where to find help.

Three Feet for Safety Act

NEW BICYCLE LAW REQUIRES MOTORISTS TO GIVE THREE FEET FOR SAFETY 

According to the new law, a driver must allow three feet of distance when overtaking or passing a bicyclist. If three feet is not available, a driver must then slow to a safe speed and pass when no danger is present

"As important as it is for vehicles to be mindful of our bicyclists, those who ride must exercise safe practices and ride smart," added Commissioner Farrow. "With both drivers and bicyclists doing their part, we can help reduce the number of tragedies involving bicyclists."

As a new school year begins, motorists should expect to see more children riding to and from school on their bicycles.

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - With children heading back to school, motorists should expect to see more children riding to and from school on their bicycles. The California Highway Patrol (CHP) would like to remind the public that on September 16, 2014, a new law affecting motorists and bicyclists takes effect. According to the law, a driver must allow three feet of distance when overtaking or passing a bicyclist. If three feet is not available, a driver must then slow to a safe speed and pass when no danger is present.

"Motorists are reminded to pay close attention as the school year approaches and exercise caution when they see bicyclists on the road," said CHP Commissioner Joe Farrow. "Be sure to move over or slow down to pass when you see a bicyclist on the road and help keep our roadways a safer place."

According to data from the Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System, in 2012, there were 153 bicyclists killed in California, which reflects a 7 percent increase from 2011. Those deaths accounted for 5 percent of the total collision fatalities in California. "As important as it is for vehicles to be mindful of our bicyclists, those who ride must exercise safe practices and ride smart," added Commissioner Farrow. "With both drivers and bicyclists doing their part, we can help reduce the number of tragedies involving bicyclists."

The danger surrounding motor vehicle traffic is just one aspect of a child's safe passage to and from school. According to Safekids.org, more children ages 5 to 14 are seen in emergency rooms for injuries related to bicycling than any other sport. Bicycle helmets, which are required by law for children under 18 years of age in California, can reduce the risk of severe brain injuries by 88 percent - yet only 45 percent of children 14 and under usually wear them.

The CHP joins with Safekids.org in offering the following traffic safety tips for bicyclists:

· "Use your head, wear a helmet." It is the single most effective safety device available to reduce head injuries and deaths from bicycle crashes.

· Tell your children to ride on the right side of the road with traffic, not against it. Stay as far to the right as possible.

· Use appropriate hand signals and obey traffic signals, stopping at all stop signs and stoplights.

· Teach your children to make eye contact with drivers. Bicyclists should make sure drivers are paying attention and are going to stop before they cross the street.

· When riding at dusk, dawn, or in the evening, be bright and use lights - and make sure your bike has reflectors as well. It is also smart to wear clothes and accessories that have retro-reflective materials to improve bicyclist visibility to motorists.

· Actively supervise children until you are comfortable that they are responsible to ride on their own.

The mission of the California Highway Patrol is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security to the people of California.

Contact Information:
Officer Edgar Figueroa
California Highway Patrol, Southern Division
818-240-8200
efigueroa@chp.ca.gov