In Ashish Dave v. State of Rajasthan, the Supreme Court quashed an FIR registered against the former Zee Rajasthan Channel Head for alleged extortion. The Court found that the FIR contained vague and omnibus allegations and failed to name any specific victim or disclose the essential ingredients of extortion. Criticising the police for acting in “hot haste,” the bench remarked that it appeared to be a “James Bond style—shoot first, think later” approach. The Court reiterated that an FIR must clearly disclose a cognizable offence and cannot rely on vague accusations. It also held that subsequent investigation cannot cure a defective FIR. Setting aside the Rajasthan High Court’s order, the Court quashed the FIR but allowed authorities to register a fresh case if genuine victims come forward with specific allegations.