Stephan Sterns Arrested in Connection with Madeline Soto's Death

The prime suspect in the death of 13-year-old Madeline Soto, Stephan Sterns, faces charges after disturbing evidence is found.

Stephan Sterns, the boyfriend of Madeline Soto's mother, was arrested on charges unrelated to her death but is the prime suspect.
Soto's body was found in a wooded area in Osceola County, Florida, after she was reported missing.
Disturbing images and videos found on Sterns' phone date back to August 2022, showing abuse of a young girl believed to be Madeline.
The Osceola County Sheriff's Office faced criticism for accidentally posting a crime scene photo of Soto's body on social media.
Sterns has not been charged in connection with Madeline Soto's death but is being held without bond on charges of sexual battery and possession of child sexual abuse material.