Streamer also speculated about Scott Hochstetter (“DOA”) going to jail while joking about violence against him.
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During an April 23, 2026 livestream, Anthony R. D’Amato, Jr., also known as ZeroDarkTony, mixed legal threats, account-tracing rhetoric, and repeated speculation about Scott Hochstetter (“DOA”) going to jail.
At one point, ZeroDarkTony openly joked about violence against DOA, saying “the only cherry on top” would be “if he gets the shit kicked out of him,” before adding: “we’re getting a cake.”
The stream repeatedly discussed jail conditions, probation restrictions, and alleged future consequences for DOA as though incarceration was inevitable.
At the same time, ZeroDarkTony described plans to identify anonymous critics through tipping platforms and subpoenas. He claimed users had sent $1 “snarky” donations using credit cards tied to identifiable accounts.
He then described obtaining account information through court orders:
“We could subpoena their accounts too.”
He also stated that the users “left the trail” because payment platforms require names and verification information.
The livestream chat echoed the account-tracing discussion in real time.
@RatherBeInMaui1 wrote:
“They don’t say follow the money for no reason.”
@ScottFromNYC responded during the same discussion:
“That sounds like a solid game plan IMO.”
@NikkyFynnn then claimed:
“ive got 6 names with 14 screen names, with 3 matches 100%.”
Moments later, the same user added:
“meaning i got 6 suspects with 14 different names running around.”
Later, @NikkyFynnn escalated further:
“so again , you allow the forim, your paying the fff bill”
Timestamps: 00:32:37 – 00:40:09
Within this segment, the streamer provides granular detail on how “subpoenas” would be used not only to obtain account information from tipping platforms but also to force individuals to testify in court under penalty of perjury. The language is unambiguous about legal intent and retaliation, framing it as a necessary response to what are characterized as severe harassment and safety threats. The tone is combative and at times profane, emphasizing the perceived risk to both personal and familial safety. This raises pressing questions regarding the proportionality of legal action, privacy risks for viewers, and the broader implications for online speech and fundraising by content creators in hostile digital environments. No direct chat donations or verbal support for these legal measures appear in the transcript
The stream ultimately combined speculative criminal framing around DOA with repeated discussion about subpoenas, identity tracing, and legal retaliation against anonymous online critics.
Sources
- Original YouTube Video
- Full SRT Transcript: for HNZ Supporters
- Full Text Transcript: for HNZ Supporters
- Full Chat Transcript: for HNZ Supporters
- Date: 2026-04-23
- Stream ID: YOUTUBE · RGMT6C3xGpE
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