FBI seeks to identify victims of sexual harassment

Kayleigh Hunter-Gasperini

2 hours ago

The suspect is accused of keeping a woman in the basement of a Nashville home against her will. (Getty Images)

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — The FBI Buffalo Field Office is searching for victims of a man who was recently charged with cyberstalking and unauthorized intrusion into a device.

The FBI estimates that Max Yang Chen targeted girls and women from 2017 until his arrest on March 7, 2024.

It is alleged that Chen obtained sexually explicit photos and videos from girls and women on social media. Officials say he then blackmailed the women and threatened to release their images if they did not produce more.

In other cases, Chen allegedly offered to remove explicit images from leaked websites in exchange for nude images and videos.

The FBI is seeking the public’s help in identifying potential victims who may have been threatened, harassed or extorted by Chen.

If you have been a victim of Chen or know someone who has been, you can fill out a short form here or you can contact FBI Buffalo at [email protected].