Man Charged, Violent Network, Share Facebook — New Jersey Man Charged with Cyberstalking in Connection with Violent Network ‘764’ | United States Justice Department.
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 joining ISIS and returning to the United States to commit acts of terrorism.The count of cyberstalking a minor victim carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison, up to a $250,000 fine, and up to three years of supervised release. announcement New Jersey Man Charged with Cyberstalking in Connection with Violent Network ‘764’ Friday, November 14, 2025 Share Facebook X LinkedIn Email For Immediate
Release Office of Public Affairs Marek Cherkaoui, 21, of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, was taken into custody today on cyberstalking offenses in connection with a Nihilistic Violent Extremist (NVE) network known as 764. If convicted, a federal district court judge will determine any sentence after considering the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey and the National Security Division’s Counterterrorism Section are prosecuting the case.The Justice Department remains vigilant against the threat of Nihilistic Violent Extremist (NVE) networks, like 764, that operate within the United States and around the
globe. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. Updated November 14, 2025 Topics Counterterrorism National Security Components Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) National Security Division (NSD) USAO – New Jersey announcement Number: 25-1,074. He made his initial appearance today in the District of New Jersey and was ordered detained.court filings state, 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