Densmore probably motivated by fame
Online, Densmore was known in so-called 'Sewer' communities under the alias 'Rabid'. During their investigation, the FBI discovered that Densmore kept a collection of “child pornography and bloody images of 'Rabid,' 'Sewer,' and '764' cut into the victims' limbs, in some cases with razor blades and box cutters nearby.” He also sexually exploited children, the DOJ said, including paying another 764 member to force a young girl to send a nude video with “Rabid” written across her chest. To gain attention for his livestreams, he would threaten to release the coerced offensive footage if children did not participate “on cam,” the DOJ said.
“I have all your information,” Densmore threatened one victim. “I own you… Now do as I say, kitten.”
In a speech on Thursday, Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. Olsen described 764 as a terrorist network working to normalize and weaponize the possession, production and distribution of child sexual abuse material and other forms of explicit and violent material online . Ultimately, by attacking children, the group wants to “destroy civil society” and “collapse the U.S. government,” Olsen said.
People like Densmore, Olsen said, join 764 to inflate their “own sense of fame,” with many having “the end goal of forcing their victims to commit suicide via livestream for the 764 network's entertainment.”
In the DOJ press release, the FBI warned parents and guardians to pay attention to their children's activities, both online and offline. In addition to watching for behavioral changes or signs of self-harm, healthcare providers should also keep an eye out for any suspicious packages that come in, as 764 sometimes ships razor blades, sexual devices, gifts and other materials for children to use in creating online content. Parents should also encourage children to discuss online activities, especially if they feel threatened.
“If you are concerned about someone harming themselves or being at risk of suicide, consult a health care professional or call 911 in the event of an imminent threat,” the DOJ said.
If you or someone you know is feeling suicidal or in distress, call the Suicide Prevention Lifeline number, 1-800-273-TALK (8255), which will connect you with a local crisis center.
