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San Antonio man sentenced to 40 years in prison for sexual exploitation of children, racketeering activity
By Courtney Friedman, Spencer Heath at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 9, 2026
· 3 min read
A San Antonio -based member of an extremist group was sentenced Wednesday to 40 years in prison and lifetime supervised release for racketeering activity and the sexual exploitation of children, according to a news release. Alexis Aldair Chavez, 19, pleaded guilty to one count of racketeering, one...
Key takeaway Alexis Aldair Chavez, 19, pleaded guilty to one count of racketeering, one count of distribution of child pornography and one count of possession of child pornography in December 2025, federal authorities said.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The sentencing of Alexis Aldair Chavez to 40 years in prison for his role in the sexual exploitation of children and racketeering activity is a stark reminder of the dark forces that can operate in the shadows of San Antonio's online communities. As a member of the extremist group "764," Chavez's crimes were particularly heinous, involving the coercion of children and teenagers into creating and sharing images of sexual acts and self-harm. The fact that Chavez was able to operate in this capacity from May 2022 to July 2024, using online platforms to groom and exploit his victims, raises serious questions about the effectiveness of local law enforcement and community efforts to detect and prevent such crimes. The FBI's involvement in the case and the availability of resources for reporting sextortion crimes, such as the FBI San Antonio Division's tip line, are crucial steps in combating these types of offenses, and it is imperative that San Antonio residents remain vigilant and proactive in reporting suspicious activity to protect the city's most vulnerable populations.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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