I READ with concern the report about online spree shoppers who accused an Internet bulk-order organiser of cheating them.
I notice that there is an increase in the number of cyber-shopping cheats, due to the fact that transactions done online are mostly paperless and are also made in advance, which makes it harder to nail fraudulent sellers.
Although one could argue that buyers should be more careful when making purchases online, the virtual nature of such transactions means it is harder for potential buyers to know whether sellers have ill intentions.
The authorities need to look into complaints made about such cases and deal severely with the culprits should they be caught.
Such fraudsters are out to deceive and have no qualms about cheating people of their hard-earned money.
Their victims should receive financial compensation.
As for the cheats, punishment must be meted out so as to raise awareness among people and to send a strong signal to other would-be cheats that the authorities do not treat such offences lightly.
