This massive bust shows law enforcement is finally getting serious about protecting public health from dangerous counterfeit drugs flooding online markets. Criminal networks are exploiting social media and e-commerce platforms to peddle fake medicines that could kill unsuspecting consumers. The seizure of $65 million worth of illegal pharmaceuticals proves these operations are working to dismantle organized crime groups profiting from people's desperation.
While authorities celebrate these seizures, the real issue is government overregulation making legitimate medicines too expensive and inaccessible for ordinary people. The demand for cheaper alternatives online exists because healthcare systems have failed to provide affordable treatment options. Protectionist drug importation bans drive consumers to sketchy outlets, and a liberalized drug sale regime would eliminate counterfeiting almost entirely.