Overview

• Jose Henry Ayala Casamiro was arrested on April 3, 2025, and is being held without bond pending his arraignment on April 22 in Los Angeles federal court.
• Ayala is accused of possessing and attempting to possess child pornography and coercing minors into creating explicit content and engaging in self-harm.
• Federal authorities allege Ayala was part of the '764' network, a nihilistic extremist group that exploits children as part of its broader goal to undermine societal stability.
• Court documents detail Ayala's alleged involvement in a 'grooming pool' server targeting underage girls in early 2025, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by such networks.
• The FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Force is leading the investigation, with federal prosecutors specializing in terrorism and national security handling the case.