The Jharkhand High Court didn’t mince words, slamming Dhanbad police for ignoring a victim’s plea for justice. In a criminal appeal hearing, the court summoned the district’s SSP to explain why no FIR was registered despite a clear complaint of online threats by a bailed-out accused.
Justices Sujit Narayan Prasad and Sanjay Prasad led the charge, zeroing in on Ravi Saw’s alleged antics post-jail release. The man, out on High Court bail from an earlier case, wasted no time targeting the complainant via social media with menacing messages and psychological harassment.
A detailed written complaint was filed at the Cyber Police Station, invoking IT Act provisions for cyber threats. Yet, shockingly, police sat on it without invoking CrPC Section 154 for FIR registration. The bench labeled this a blatant violation, prima facie pointing to cognizable crimes.
‘This demands personal accountability,’ the judges stated, ordering the SSP’s physical presence in court on Tuesday. They seek a comprehensive account of the timeline, reasons for delay, and steps to rectify the oversight.
Represented by lawyer Shailesh Kumar Singh, the victim had sought bail cancellation, arguing the accused’s brazen defiance showed no remorse. The court concurred, viewing the threats as escalating criminality.
This case spotlights systemic issues in Jharkhand’s law enforcement, from cyber complaint handling to post-bail surveillance. It could set a precedent, compelling stricter adherence to FIR norms and faster response to digital harassment. Dhanbad police now face the heat—will the SSP’s response restore faith or expose deeper flaws?
