Crime
U.S. Army Soldier Cameron John Wagenius Arrested for Alleged Cybercrimes Involving High-Profile Phone Records
He faces multiple charges, including unauthorized access to protected computer systems, identity theft, and conspiracy to commit cybercrime.
A U.S. Army soldier has been arrested in connection with a cybercriminal operation that reportedly targeted sensitive data, including phone records allegedly tied to President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris.
The suspect, identified as Cameron John Wagenius, 20, was apprehended near Fort Hood, Texas, where he was stationed at Fort Cavazos.
Previously assigned to network communications duties in South Korea, Wagenius has been described by his mother as exceptionally skilled in technology.
Federal authorities accuse Wagenius of participating in a sophisticated hacking operation under the online alias “Kiberphant0m.”
He allegedly breached the systems of 15 companies, including major telecommunications providers AT&T and Verizon, to access and sell confidential phone records on black-market platforms.
Investigators claim that the cyber activities were conducted as recently as November, with the stolen data involving high-profile individuals and extensive illegal trade in sensitive information.
The breach is believed to have targeted multiple prominent figures, raising significant national security concerns.
While specific details about the extent of the breach and its full impact remain under investigation, it is clear that the operation exploited vulnerabilities in major telecommunications infrastructure.
Wagenius was arrested following an investigation by federal agencies, which traced his activities back to online forums where stolen data was sold.
He faces multiple charges, including unauthorized access to protected computer systems, identity theft, and conspiracy to commit cybercrime.
Federal officials have emphasized the seriousness of the allegations, citing potential risks to national security and the privacy of individuals targeted in the cyberattacks. Additional details about the case, including other potential suspects or accomplices, are expected to emerge as the investigation continues.
This arrest underscores ongoing challenges in protecting sensitive information from cybercriminal activities. The breach of high-profile targets such as government officials highlights the vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure and the increasing need for robust cybersecurity measures.
The U.S. Army and federal agencies have not commented on whether additional disciplinary actions will be taken against Wagenius, pending the outcome of legal proceedings.
DALLAS, Texas – Surveillance video captures the moment 17-year-old Tracy Haynes entered a classroom, then returned to the hallway where he opened fire on a group of students before fleeing the scene.
Four students were injured, including three with gunshot wounds, after a shooting occurred Tuesday afternoon at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in southern Dallas.
The incident marks the second shooting on the same campus in just over a year.
Dallas Independent School District (DISD) officials said the shooting was reported at approximately 1:00 p.m., prompting an immediate and large-scale emergency response.
Students were seen evacuating the main school building as police worked to secure the scene and search for the suspect.
According to Dallas Fire-Rescue, four students — ranging in age from 15 to 18 years old — were transported to area hospitals.
Three of the students sustained gunshot wounds, while a fourth suffered a musculoskeletal injury to the lower body.
Their injuries were described as ranging from serious to non-life-threatening.
“This is the unthinkable — and sadly, it’s becoming all too familiar,” said DISD Superintendent Dr. Stephanie Elizalde during a news conference Tuesday afternoon.
“No student, teacher, or parent should have to fear violence in a place meant for learning.”
The suspected gunman was identified shortly after the incident, and by 9:32 p.m., 17-year-old Tracy Haynes was taken into custody and booked into the Dallas County Jail.
He is charged with aggravated assault – mass shooting, and his bail was set at $600,000.
It is unclear at this time whether Haynes has obtained legal representation.
Officials confirmed the firearm used in the shooting did not enter the building during the school’s primary intake period, when students are screened through metal detectors and subject to clear backpack policies.
However, authorities declined to say how the weapon entered the premises, or what events led to the shooting inside the school.
“We can confirm that this was not a failure of our staff, of our protocols, or the equipment in place,” said Assistant Chief Christina Smith with the DISD Police Department. “But this is still a very fluid and ongoing investigation.”
More than 20 law enforcement units responded to the shooting, including Dallas ISD Police, the Dallas Police Department, and federal partners from the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF). Texas Governor Greg Abbott was briefed on the situation and offered state resources to assist in the aftermath.
In response to the incident, district leaders announced that classes would be canceled for the remainder of the week, and counseling services would be made available to all students and staff affected by the shooting.
A reunification site was quickly established at Eagles Stadium, where parents were asked to bring photo identification to retrieve their children.
This incident comes almost exactly one year after a student was shot inside a classroom at Wilmer-Hutchins High School, further heightening concerns over school safety in the district.
Authorities urge anyone with additional information related to the incident to come forward as the investigation continues.