Pharmacist Suspended for Stalking Former Colleague with Tracking Device
Date of Decision: July 4, 2025
Registrant's Role: Pharmacist
Allegations:
- Conviction for stalking without fear, alarm or distress under Section 2A of the Protection from Harassment Act 1997.
Outcome: Suspension for 6 months
GPhC Standards Breached:
- Standard 6 – Pharmacy professionals must behave in a professional manner, demonstrating appropriate conduct both within and outside of the workplace.
- Standard 9 – Pharmacy professionals must demonstrate leadership, taking responsibility for their actions and leading by example.
Case Summary
Allegations
The registrant, a pharmacist with over 35 years of professional experience, faced allegations stemming from a criminal conviction for stalking a former colleague. According to the Certificate of Conviction, the conduct occurred between December 2021 and May 2022, during which the registrant repeatedly contacted the victim—his former romantic partner and junior colleague—via calls, texts, and emails. Notably, he also placed a GPS tracking device on her vehicle without her consent. This persistent behavior culminated in a conviction under Section 2A of the Protection from Harassment Act 1997.
The gravity of the offence was underscored by the subsequent sentencing at Hull Magistrates’ Court on 14 September 2022, where the registrant received a 10-year restraining order and an 18-month community service order, including 200 hours of unpaid work and 25 rehabilitation activity days.
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