Oscar Gabriel Rojas Urquieta, Cyberstalking, Pennsylvania 2026

Cyberstalking Charge in Erie, Pennsylvania

Erie, PA – A chilling case of cyberstalking has sent shockwaves through the small city of Erie, Pennsylvania. Oscar Gabriel Rojas Urquieta, a 24-year-old resident of Chile, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on a singular count of cyberstalking. The indictment alleges that Urquieta engaged in a malicious campaign of harassment, sending threatening emails and social media messages to a victim he had met in Chile.

According to the indictment, Urquieta’s actions were a clear violation of federal law, which carries a maximum sentence of 5 years in prison, a fine of $250,000, or both. The actual sentence imposed would be based upon the seriousness of the offense and the prior criminal history, if any, of the defendant.

The investigation into Urquieta’s activities was a collaborative effort between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Gannon University Office of Campus Police and Safety. Assistant United States Attorney Christian A. Trabold has been tasked with prosecuting the case on behalf of the government.

The indictment serves as a stark reminder of the risks associated with online interactions. Cyberstalking is a serious crime that can have devastating consequences for its victims. In this case, the victim’s identity has not been released in order to protect their anonymity.

Oscar Gabriel Rojas Urquieta is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. If convicted, he could face significant penalties, including imprisonment and fines. The case is a sobering reminder of the importance of online safety and the need for vigilance in the face of cyber threats.

A trial date has not been set in the case, but it is expected to be scheduled in the coming weeks. In the meantime, Urquieta remains at large, awaiting the outcome of the charges against him.

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