The Supreme Court has described cyber fraudsters as 'parasites' and called for stern action against those who cheat innocent citizens. The court observed that society's interests are best served when such offenders remain behind bars.
A bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justice V Mohana dealt with a petition filed by an alleged cyber fraud accused seeking the clubbing of multiple cases and bail.
The court noted the unique modus operandi followed by such accused persons, who operate in one area and then continuously shift base to evade arrest.
The bench said, 'You people are parasites,' and added that society's interest is there only when you are inside jail and not outside.
The court has taken suo motu cognisance of digital arrest fraud cases and adopted a tough stance against cyber fraudsters who dupe gullible citizens, particularly senior citizens, of their hard-earned savings by posing as law enforcement officers and flashing court orders.
