Orlando Man Convicted in Child Sextortion Scheme Targeting Over 50 Victims

Montrey Roseberry faces life in prison for coercing minors to produce child sexual abuse material.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A 20-year-old Orlando man named Montrey Roseberry was found guilty by a federal jury of coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity, production of child sex abuse material, and possession of child sex abuse material. Roseberry operated an extensive sextortion scheme from July 2023 through April 2024, impersonating a woman online to coerce over 50 child victims into producing explicit images and videos, threatening to disseminate the material to their family and friends if they did not comply.

Why it matters

This case highlights the growing threat of child sextortion schemes, where predators leverage technology and social media to exploit and traumatize minors. It underscores the need for increased education, awareness, and protective measures to safeguard young people online.

The details

According to officials, Roseberry impersonated a woman on social media and coerced children into producing images and videos of a sexual nature. If the victims did not comply, Roseberry threatened to share the explicit material with the victims' family, friends, and classmates. In some cases, he even threatened the victims with death. Roseberry also sent the victims photos of their homes and the names of their schools, friends, and family members in an effort to further scare and extort them.

  • Roseberry's sextortion scheme operated from at least July 14, 2023 through at least April 2024.
  • Roseberry was convicted by a federal jury on February 23, 2026.
  • Roseberry's sentencing is set for May 28, 2026.

The players

Montrey Roseberry

A 20-year-old Orlando man who was found guilty of operating an extensive child sextortion scheme that targeted over 50 victims.

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What’s next

Roseberry faces a potential life sentence for his crimes. The judge will formally sentence him on May 28, 2026.

The takeaway

This case underscores the urgent need for greater online safety education and protective measures to shield minors from predatory sextortion schemes. It serves as a sobering reminder of the trauma and lifelong consequences that child victims can suffer from these heinous crimes.