Crime & Safety

Community Leaders Host Panel to Discuss Teen Substance Abuse

Representatives from Montgomery County Police, Montgomery County Public Schools and the Montgomery County State's Attorney will answer questions related to teen drinking and substance abuse in Montgomery County.

 

Do you think teenage drinking is a growing problem in Montgomery County? Is substance abuse getting out of hand? Are you just curious about the issues?

Community leaders including police, school principals, representatives from the Montgomery County State's Attorney's office and school board members will come together Wednesday night to present a community action forum on teen drinking and substance abuse.

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After a presentation from the panel, the floor will be open to questions and discussion about the risks and life impact of teenage substance abuse.

The presentation starts at 7 p.m. in the Montgomery County Public Schools Carver Educational Services Center Auditorium located at 850 Hungerford Drive in Rockville.

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