Police have raised concerns about extremist online groups targeting children with sexual threats. Cameron Finnigan, 19, from West Sussex, was sentenced to six years for encouraging suicide, possessing a counter-terrorism manual, and indecent images of children. He was a member of the far-right Satanist group 764, which has been linked to blackmailing minors into self-harm and suicidal acts. A search of Finnigan’s home uncovered disturbing items, including a demonic tapestry and a document promoting violent attacks. Authorities warn that 764 poses a global threat, urging anyone concerned about similar online activities to contact local police.
Police have issued a warning about extremist online terror groups targeting children through sexual threats.
Cameron Finnigan, 19, from Horsham, West Sussex, was jailed for six years after pleading guilty to encouraging suicide, possessing a counter-terrorism manual and possessing indecent images of children.
The Old Bailey said the boy was a member of the far-right Satanist group 764, and counter-terrorism police warned he posed an “incalculable threat”.
At least four people in the UK have been linked to the group, which blackmails children – mainly girls – into performing sexual acts, self-harm and attempting suicide. A teenager was arrested.
Finnigan was sentenced to six years in prison and his license period extended for three years.
Officers initially arrested Finnigan on suspicion of being in possession of a firearm or other weapon, calling him a “threat to public safety.”
However, a search of his bedroom revealed a tapestry depicting a demonic beast, a Bible covered in red graffiti, a knife, a red spray can, a demonic flag, a hammer catapult, and the word “acid” written on the door. A letter was found.
In addition to this, police discovered an 11-page document discussing and encouraging individuals to carry out vehicle attacks and commit crimes of mass casualty.
Cameron Finnigan, 19, from Horsham, West Sussex, pleaded guilty to encouraging suicide, possessing a counter-terrorism manual and possessing indecent images of children.
Police found a large tapestry depicting a demonic beast in Finnigan’s home.
A red tent where homeless people were said to have lived. Police say the boy threatened to kill the homeless man.
Police said the boy was in possession of indecent images of children and threatened to kill a homeless man who was living in a tent near his home.
He also tried to encourage vulnerable women to take their own lives, hoping to post it online under the name of terrorist group 764.
Claire Finlay, head of counter-terrorism policing in the South East, said: “If you are concerned that someone has engaged with or viewed this material, which is primarily online, please contact us. Please contact me.”
“If you believe there is an imminent threat, please contact your local police.”
Detective Supt Finlay added: “In terms of the sentence Prime Minister Cameron received, it reflects the threat he posed, and this was not just a threat to the UK.”
“764 has global influence, so the fact that he’s not online or on the streets is beneficial not just in the UK but internationally.”
Flag found by police at teenage Satanist Finnigan’s home
A knife was found in Finnigan’s home when police searched his home.
One Australian woman was 15 years old when she was first targeted by 764, the BBC reported.
She had been receiving threats from members of the group for more than two years.
“It was terrible,” the woman’s mother told the BBC. “We have the suicide manual they sent her.”
The group also sent images of child abuse and animal abuse to teenage girls and manipulated them into sharing explicit photos of themselves and photos of themselves harming themselves on camera.
Eventually, the abusers told the girl to kill the family cat, but she refused.
