7 items
Evidence for Supplier / Vendor Fraud
- Purchase order and contractCriticalWritten purchase order, contract, or agreement specifying goods, quantity, quality, and delivery date
- Advance payment proofCriticalBank transfer receipts, cheque copies, or UPI records showing advance payment made to the supplier
- Delivery receipt or challanCriticalGoods receipt note, delivery challan, or transport receipt — or proof that no delivery was made
- Quality inspection reportCriticalThird-party or internal quality test report showing goods received are defective or substandard
- Photographs of defective goodsClear photos of defective, damaged, or substandard goods with packaging and labels visible
- Communication with supplierEmails, WhatsApp messages, or letters showing orders, complaints, and supplier responses
- Supplier's GST and business detailsGST number, business registration, address, and any other KYC details of the supplier
Be careful
- Preserve defective goods — do not return or dispose of them until legal proceedings are complete.
- Send a formal written demand notice before filing any case.
- Document everything in writing — avoid relying on verbal commitments.
- Warn other businesses through trade associations to prevent further fraud.