FBI agents previously discovered writings from the suspect, including plans to commit mass murders, terror attacks, and joining ISIS.
A New Jersey man with links to the violent "746" network has been charged with cyberstalking a minor female, according to the US Department of Justice. FBI agents previously discovered writings from the suspect, including plans to commit mass murders, terror attacks, and joining ISIS.
Marek Cherkaoui, 21, of Egg Harbor Township in New Jersey, was arrested for cyberstalking and has been linked to a Nihilistic Violent Extremist (NVE) network known as 764.
He made an appearance in the court for the District of New Jersey on November 14 and has been charged with cyberstalking offenses. “Cherkaoui has a lengthy history of making online comments involving threats and advocating for and supporting violence. From December 2024 through May 2025, Cherkaoui allegedly used the internet to threaten a minor female and told her to cut herself. On two occasions, the minor female cut her arms after being threatened by Cherkaoui,” the DOJ stated in a press release.
The man also has a “history of making online comments espousing ideology related to the NVE network known as 764.” The 764 network is a Satanic group of online predators that target teenagers through popular online platforms, and coerce the teens to engage in graphic pornography, harm or kill themselves, as well as other violent behavior. Those in the network demand video evidence so the content can be shared with others in the network or used to extort more from the victims.
Cherkaoui has shown support for mass shooters, solicited child sex abuse material from minors, and has encouraged others to harm themselves.
Additionally, “Cherkaoui previously purchased books regarding the manufacture of explosives, body armor, zip ties, a trench coat, ski masks, and tactical gear. Many of these items were seized from his home in a June 2025 search by law enforcement agents. During the search of Cherkaoui’s home today, FBI agents found writings in which Cherkaoui discussed and planned murder and terroristic acts, including a multi-step plan that involving (sic) joining ISIS and returning to the United States to commit acts of terrorism.”
He is facing the maximum penalty of 10 years in prison for the count of cyberstalking a minor as well as a fine of $250,000. The maximum penalty also comes with three years of supervised release.
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