FDA Investigation Leads to Charges Against Two Indian Nationals Involved in Transnational Counterfeit Drug Distribution Scheme

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida and the Criminal Division of the U.S. Department of Justice today announced federal charges against Swapnadip Roy, 33, and Vicky Ramancha, 37, both Indian nationals. The two individuals have been charged with conspiracy and smuggling related to an alleged transnational counterfeit prescription drug distribution scheme. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Office of Criminal Investigations assisted with this investigation.“Infiltrating the American drug supply with counterfeit products isn’t just a crime — it’s also a direct threat to public health and patient safety,” said Acting FDA Commissioner of Food and Drugs, Kyle Diamant...