Authorities in Jordan reportedly detain “Rey,” a suspected member of the ShinyHunters digital extortion group, and he is cooperating with the U.S. FBI. Multiple reports cite a Reuters account, saying Rey is also associated with efforts to identify and locate other alleged members of the group.
The suspect’s online alias is “Rey,” and one report says his real name is Saif al-Din Khader. According to the accounts, he is detained on September 29, 2026, and cooperation with U.S. investigators is part of the case. The reports describe this as assistance toward pinpointing additional individuals believed to be involved in ShinyHunters’ extortion activity.
Outlets largely agree on the core facts: Rey’s suspected role in ShinyHunters, the reported detention in Jordan, the cooperation with the FBI, and the timing of the custody. Differences are limited to the degree of detail provided, with both framing the development as a step that could help investigators map the group’s membership and reach.
