Lieutenant Michael Falvey
Teaneck police to participate in Operation Medicine Cabinet
The Teaneck Police Department along with New Jersey DEA, Office of the Attorney General and over 250 local police departments have signed up to participate in “Operation Medicine Cabinet”. The object is to bring public attention to an issue that is impacting our youth, our families and our communities. This coordinated effort is available for all residents to properly dispose of their unused, unwanted and expired medicines and is the first of its kind in the nation.
New Jersey Attorney General Ann Milgram said, “We can’t break a cycle of dependence if powerful prescription drugs are stashed in our homes, tucked away in drawers and cabinets. With Operation Medicine Cabinet, we are calling on all New Jersey residents to see their medicine cabinets through new eyes — as access points for potential misuse and abuse of the over-the-counter and prescription medicine by young people”.
My child is missing!
It’s a scenario familiar to every parent: You stop in a store to pick up a few items with your pre-schooler in tow. “Stay right with me” you say as you turn your attention to the sales rack for a second. You feel your child playing next to you… when suddenly that sixth sense that prickles the back of your neck, kicks in. Your child is not near you anymore. You looked away for only a second and now he is gone. You try to keep your cool as you call his name louder and louder, but only silence fills the air. Your heart is pounding and your mind is filled with horrible thoughts; “Help me, my child is missing”, you cry out to anyone who will listen.
