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Life Without Parole for Madeline Soto's Killer | Orlando News
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- Jul 11, 2026
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Summary
Stephan Sterns, the man accused in the brutal murder of 13-year-old Madeline Soto, has been sentenced to life in prison without parole — a verdict that brings closure after a harrowing year-long investigation. Sterns initially claimed he dropped her off at school, but evidence revealed a chilling truth: he’d been secretly filming and possessing child pornography, even attempting to delete incriminating data. Arrested just days later, he was charged with sexual battery and possession of child abuse materials — charges that escalated to first-degree murder after investigators uncovered that Soto was killed at her home, her body moved, and her laptop and backpack dumped in a dumpster. Video footage placed Sterns with her in his car after her death. Despite his attorney’s efforts to suppress evidence and avoid the death penalty, Sterns ultimately pleaded no-contest. The case exposed a manipulative predator whose actions shattered a family — and left a community grappling with grief, justice, and the enduring trauma of a child’s life cut tragically short. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/63a895259a126a6f