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San Antonio Teen Pleads Guilty in Federal Case Tied to '764' Child‑Exploitation Ring

The plea links him to the 764 network prosecutors describe as an organized enterprise exploiting minors.

Overview

  • He admitted in federal court to RICO conspiracy, distribution of child pornography and possession of child pornography connected to the international 764 network.
  • Prosecutors say the group groomed minors online and coerced sexual acts and violent self-harm, with alleged conduct spanning May 2022 through July 2024.
  • Court filings depict him as an administrator of the 764 subgroup known as 8884 and the creator of a private “Hellchamber” chat used to instruct others on coercion.
  • The FBI retrieved his cellphone during a July 22, 2024 search after he threw it over a neighbor’s fence, according to the documents.
  • Sentencing is set for March 25 before U.S. District Judge Jason Pulliam, with each count carrying up to 20 years in prison plus potential fines, restitution and sex‑offender registration.