SC takes suo motu cognizance of ?digital arrest? scam; scammers forged top court's order to extort Rs 1 cr from woman
The Supreme Court has initiated a suo motu case concerning 'digital arrest' extortion scams, particularly targeting senior citizens. This action follows a complaint from a septuagenarian who lost over Rs 1 crore due to forged SC orders used by scammers. The court will assess the state police's capability to handle these nationwide rackets and consider judicial monitoring for swift investigations.
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SC takes suo motu cognizance of ?digital arrest? scam; scammers forged top court's order to extort Rs 1 cr from woman