# Life Without Parole for Madeline Soto's Killer | Orlando News

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Podcast: [Orlando News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/orlando-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7567440)
Published: 2026-07-11T02:14:56+00:00
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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: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/63a895259a126a6f

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