Cancelled: A Scala Developer's Four-Year Reckoning
2025-08-01
In 2021, a prominent Scala developer was targeted by online 'mob justice', accused of sexual misconduct. Despite the false accusations, he lost his job, income, home, and friends overnight, facing financial ruin and health problems. While ultimately vindicated legally, the reputational damage remains, leaving him with psychological trauma and prolonged financial hardship, including homelessness. This account details his four-year ordeal, urging caution in public condemnation and highlighting the devastating impact of online attacks on individuals.
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