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HTX Tactical Co-Owner Arrested for Deepfake Scandal

8/27/2025

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Jorge Abrego, co-owner of HTX Tactical in Houston, was arrested for creating deepfake nude images of a TikTok influencer.
The victim reported the impersonation and explicit content, citing financial and reputational damage.
Investigators discovered over 50 explicit images on Abrego's phone and linked him to multiple fake TikTok accounts.
Abrego is out on bond, and HTX Tactical asserts his presumption of innocence.

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Story summary

Jorge Abrego, co-owner of HTX Tactical in Houston, was arrested for creating deepfake nude images of a TikTok influencer.
The victim reported the impersonation and explicit content, citing financial and reputational damage.
Investigators discovered over 50 explicit images on Abrego's phone and linked him to multiple fake TikTok accounts.
Abrego is out on bond, and HTX Tactical asserts his presumption of innocence.