Law enforcement alleges that what looked like trendy spa treatments were actually part of a black-market drug operation—marketed as skincare and weight-loss injections. And now, new information from the Pike County Prosecutor reveals the exact nature of the charges filed against the spa and its owner.
On September 18, 2025, the Southern Ohio Organized and Major Crimes Task Force—working with the Ohio Board of Pharmacy, Scioto and Pike County Sheriff’s Offices, Pike County Prosecutor’s Office, Waverly Police, and the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction—executed multiple search warrants in Pike and Scioto Counties.
Investigators say unapproved drugs were being sold as wellness and skincare treatments, advertised as a way to melt fat and boost energy. In reality, the injections were allegedly obtained illegally on the black market, carried serious health risks, and were designed to generate hefty profits.
Grand Jury Indictments
During the June term (August session) of the Pike County Grand Jury, a secret indictment was returned against both Pure Bliss Aesthetics and Spa—located at 360 West Emmitt Avenue, Suite #3 in Waverly—and its owner, Haley Schackart (also known as Haley Borders).
The charges include:
- Engaging in a Pattern of Corrupt Activity (felony of the 2nd degree)
- Tampering with Drugs (felony of the 3rd degree)
- Sale or Use of Drugs Not Approved by the FDA (felony of the 5th degree)
- Deception to Obtain a Dangerous Drug (felony of the 5th degree)
- Telecommunications Fraud (felony of the 5th degree)
- Selling, Purchasing, Distributing, or Delivering Dangerous Drugs (misdemeanor of the 1st degree)
According to prosecutors, the indictment stems from a long-term investigation by the Ohio Board of Pharmacy. The board had already suspended Schackart’s license and issued fines, but she allegedly continued selling injectable, non-FDA-approved weight-loss drugs.
From Spa Menu to Court Docket
On Facebook, Schackart listed herself as the owner of the Waverly spa and advertised treatments like Lipo-Mino, Tri Immune, and B12 injections—pitched as ways to “effortlessly burn fat” and “boost energy.” The spa promoted these products as wellness and skincare aids, but Schackart is licensed only as an aesthetician, not a medical professional.
The FDA has not approved any fat-dissolving injections for cosmetic or weight-loss purposes. Federal officials warn that black-market compounds can cause infections, cysts, skin deformities, painful knots, and permanent scars.
Weight-Loss Shots: A Booming Business, and a Risky Black Market
The case underscores the risks emerging alongside the nationwide craze for weight-loss injections like Ozempic and Wegovy. While legitimate prescription versions are FDA-approved and tightly regulated, their popularity has fueled a booming black market of “lookalike” products sold in spas and online. Patients promised quick results may instead be injected with dangerous, unregulated substances.
The Southern Ohio Organized and Major Crimes Task Force credited the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction for providing K9 units during the searches. The investigation remains ongoing, with prosecutors in both Pike and Scioto Counties reviewing evidence for additional charges.
