Broward Sheriff’s Office offers free shredding & prescription disposal

Free paper shredding and safe prescription disposal are offered by Broward Sheriff’s Office exclusively for Broward residents.

Shred-A-Thon events are intended to avoid identity theft by shredding personal papers with private information.  The events also accept old unused prescription medications for safe disposal.  In fact, incentives are offered for turning in prescriptions.

The reward is a $5 gift card, one per family while supplies last.

Events are offered occasionally 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. at different venues, including for 2022 & 2023

September 10 Parkland Equestrian center, 8350 Ranch Road, Parkland 33067

September 17 Deerfield Beach, Fire Rescue Station, 590 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442

October 1 North Lauderdale District Office, 701 SW 71st Avenue, North Lauderdale 33068

November 5 West Park City Hall, 1965 S State Road 7, West Park

December 3 Bass Pro Shops, 200 Gulf Stream Way, Dania Beach

January 28 Cooper City District Office, 10580 Stirling Road, Cooper City 33026

For shredding,  drop off a maximum of 2 boxes per vehicle, within specific size guidelines. Up to 16 inches length, 12 inches width, 12 inches height. 

For information, phone 954-831-8902 or log onto the website.

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