By Watch World Media | June 2026
Los Angeles, California — A Santa Monica man has pleaded guilty in federal court after admitting to publishing the home address of a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) attorney online and encouraging others to carry out a dangerous “swatting” attack against her, federal prosecutors announced.
Gregory John Curcio, 68, entered his guilty plea Friday in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California. He faces a maximum sentence of five years in federal prison for violating laws designed to protect federal employees from targeted harassment and intimidation.
Federal officials described the case as a serious example of online harassment escalating into conduct that could have placed a government employee and her family in danger.
Online Posts Targeted Federal Attorney
According to court filings, Curcio published social media posts in February 2025 identifying the victim, an attorney employed by ICE, and sharing her residential address.
Prosecutors allege that Curcio falsely referred to the attorney as an “ICE agent” and explicitly encouraged others online to “swat” her at her home.
Swatting is a dangerous criminal hoax in which false emergency reports are made to law enforcement, often prompting heavily armed officers or tactical units to respond to an unsuspecting victim’s residence.
Authorities have repeatedly warned that swatting incidents can quickly become life-threatening for both victims and responding officers.
Investigators said Curcio posted similar content across multiple social media platforms under accounts he controlled.
Personal Dispute Led to Escalation
Federal prosecutors stated that the harassment stemmed from a personal dispute involving the victim’s mother.
While the disagreement itself was unrelated to immigration enforcement activities, authorities said Curcio targeted the attorney because of her federal employment and intentionally exposed her private information online.
The conduct allegedly continued over an extended period before law enforcement intervened.
Arrest and Federal Investigation
Curcio was arrested in September 2025 following a federal criminal complaint.
The investigation involved federal law enforcement agencies and prosecutors from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California.
Officials emphasized that federal employees, including attorneys and law enforcement personnel, are protected under laws that prohibit the malicious publication of personal information intended to facilitate harassment, threats, or violence.
Acting U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli stated that individuals who target government employees through doxxing and intimidation campaigns will be held accountable under federal law.
Growing Concern Over Doxxing and Swatting
The case highlights increasing concerns about online harassment directed at public officials, law enforcement personnel, judges, prosecutors, and government employees.
Doxxing—the publication of private personal information without consent—has become a growing issue nationwide, particularly when combined with threats, stalking, or calls for violence.
Federal authorities have also reported a rise in swatting incidents in recent years, with targets ranging from elected officials and journalists to private citizens.
In some cases, swatting incidents have resulted in injuries and fatalities.
Awaiting Sentencing
Curcio remains awaiting sentencing, which has not yet been scheduled.
Under federal law, he faces a maximum prison sentence of five years, though the final punishment will be determined by the court after reviewing sentencing guidelines and other relevant factors.
Prosecutors said the guilty plea resolves the federal criminal charge and represents an important step toward accountability in a case involving the misuse of personal information and online intimidation.
The case serves as a reminder of the serious legal consequences that can result from doxxing, threats, and efforts to weaponize law enforcement responses against private individuals.
Watch World Media will continue to follow the case and report on sentencing developments as they become available.