Contact your local law enforcement immediately. File a police report detailing the fraudulent activity, including website URLs, transaction details, and any communication with the pharmacy. This initiates an official investigation.
Report the pharmacy to the relevant regulatory bodies. In Canada, this is Health Canada. Their website provides specific reporting mechanisms for fraudulent online pharmacies. Use their online reporting tools for quicker processing.
Reporting to Health Canada
Health Canada investigates illegal online pharmacies. Providing them with detailed information – including transaction IDs, emails, and website screenshots – increases the likelihood of successful prosecution.
Protecting Your Financial Information
Contact your bank or credit card company immediately to dispute the fraudulent charges. Explain the situation and provide evidence of the fraudulent transaction. They can initiate a chargeback to recover your funds.
Review your credit report for any unauthorized activity. Monitor your accounts closely for further suspicious activity. Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit files.
Document Everything
Keep detailed records of all communication, transactions, and evidence related to the fraudulent pharmacy. This documentation will support your report and legal claims. Save emails, screenshots, bank statements, and transaction records.
| Local Law Enforcement | Your local police department | File a police report |
| Health Canada | Health Canada Website (search for “report illegal online pharmacy”) | Report fraudulent pharmacy activity |
| Your Bank/Credit Card Company | Your bank or credit card provider’s fraud department | Dispute fraudulent charges |
Seeking Legal Counsel
Consult a lawyer specializing in consumer fraud or online scams. They can advise you on your legal rights and options for recovering your losses and pursuing legal action against the fraudulent pharmacy.
