Recycle your unwanted electronics and prevent identity theft this weekend

The Henrico County Police Division and the Henrico County Division of Solid Waste and Recycling are collaborating to help citizens responsibly recycle electronic items and prevent identity theft – all at the same time.

On Saturday, October 6th from 10:00 AM until 1:00 PM, the two departments will conduct a document shredding and electronics recycling event. It all takes place at 1400 Best Plaza Drive off East Parham Road.

Citizens will be able to have personal documents securely shredded for free on site by Gone4Good. Additionally, you will be able to responsibly dispose of unwanted electronics by recycling them. Computer systems and accessories, printers, scanners, copiers, FAX machines, VCRs, camcorders, stereos, microwave ovens, and other electronic items can be recycled for free.

There is a fee to recycle old televisions – $23 for TVs smaller than 27” and $30 for TVs larger than 30”.

Citizens may bring up to two boxes (10”x13”x18”) or three paper grocery bags of personal documents only. No recyclable paper items will be accepted for shredding. The electronics recycling does not accept compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs), refrigerators, dehumidifiers, or air conditioners.

For more information about the electronics recycling, call 804.340.0900. For more information about document shredding, call 804.501.4838.