A Tucson man accused of leading a violent online extremist network has been indicted on 29 federal charges, including terrorism-related offenses and child exploitation, according to the FBI.

Federal officials say 21-year-old Baron Cain Martin, known online as Convict, was identified as a leader within 764 violent extremist group accused of targeting minors through social media and gaming platforms.

According to the FBI, Martin coerced victims into producing child pornography and videos of self-harm while sharing guides teaching others how to groom and extort children. He also allegedly conspired to support terrorists and directed victims abroad to harm or kill themselves.

Attorney General Pam Bondi called the alleged crimes unthinkably depraved, saying they highlight the dangers of extr

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