Pennsylvania Man Sentenced for Cyberstalking and Threats

Brett Michael Dadig, a resident of Whitehall, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for a series of cyberstalking and interstate threats against 11 women. The sentence, imposed by United States District Judge Marilyn J. Horan on October 20, 2026, will be followed by three years of supervised release, according to the U.

S. Attorney's Office.

Dadig, 31, was convicted of cyberstalking, interstate stalking, and making interstate threats. His actions, which spanned from May to November 2025, involved harassing, stalking, threatening, and intimidating his victims through various means, including social media posts, podcasts, text messages, phone calls, and in-person encounters.

Harassment and Threats

The U. S. Attorney's Office detailed that Dadig's harassment included showing up uninvited at the victims' homes and workplaces, following them, and posting unauthorized pictures of them online.

He also revealed personal details about the victims, such as their names and locations, in his online posts. Some of his threatening comments referenced violent acts, such as breaking jaws and fingers, and burning down gyms. Two victims obtained Protection from Abuse orders against Dadig, which he violated both online and in person.

United States Attorney Troy Rivetti emphasized the severity of Dadig's actions, stating that he "moved from city to city brazenly and aggressively stalking, harassing, and intimidating different women." Rivetti commended the victims for their bravery in coming forward, which helped ensure Dadig's prosecution and prevent further harm.

Court Proceedings

During the sentencing hearing, several victims submitted impact statements to the court, describing the fear and distress caused by Dadig's conduct. Judge Horan highlighted the profound and outrageous nature of Dadig's criminal behavior, noting the terror it inflicted on the victims and the community.

Assistant United States Attorney Hillary M. Weaver prosecuted the case, with the investigation being a collaborative effort between the Federal Bureau of Investigation and various local police departments in Pittsburgh and across the country.

FBI Pittsburgh Acting Special Agent in Charge Christopher Giordano remarked on the case, stating that "stalking is not a harmless fixation or a strictly online behavior – it is a pattern that can leave victims fearing for their safety in their homes and workplaces." He affirmed the FBI's commitment to using all available tools to hold accountable those who use technology and threats to intimidate and endanger others.