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Leader of extremist '764' network pleads guilty to sexually exploiting children: DOJ

Leader of extremist '764' network pleads guilty to sexually exploiting children: DOJ

Summary

Prasan Nepal, leader of an extremist online group called "764," pleaded guilty to sexually exploiting children. He used secret messaging apps to involve at least eight minors, some as young as 13, in harmful and criminal activities.

Key Facts

  • Prasan Nepal led the "764" network for nearly four years.
  • The group is described as a violent extremist network that targets minors.
  • Nepal exploited children through encrypted apps with rules forcing harmful acts.
  • Acts included self-harm, sexual abuse, violence, and threats.
  • At least eight minors, some only 13 years old, were exploited by Nepal.
  • The FBI has over 350 investigations linked to this network and similar groups.
  • Nepal faces 15 to 30 years in prison and will be sentenced in May 2027.
  • U.S. authorities called the guilty plea a warning to others hiding behind encryption.
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