'Smash The Phone, And The Arrest Ends': Supreme Court Shocked On People Falling For Digital Arrest Fraud

The Supreme Court of India expressed shock and frustration during a hearing regarding the ongoing prevalence of digital arrest scams across the country. A bench led by the Chief Justice of India, along with other justices, heard a suo motu case concerning massive financial fraud involving forged documents and digital arrests. The court questioned why educated individuals continue to fall prey to such schemes despite widespread public awareness campaigns and repeated warnings, remarking that an arrest cannot occur over a mobile phone.

During the proceedings, the amicus curiae informed the bench that victims continue to lose large sums of money, including a recent incident where a woman lost Rs 2.5 crore. The bench strongly criticized the mindset of victims who yield to the fear of mobile-based arrests and suggested that individuals should verify court orders independently through official website portals. Officials noted that digital arrest incidents have reportedly reduced by 50 percent following previous court interventions, and banks have begun flagging suspicious transactions.