EPISODE · Nov 19, 2025 · 1H 33M
Stephan Sterns, Madeline Soto’s Accused Killer, Waives Arraignment
from Madeline Soto: STS Files · host Joel Waldman
Stephan Sterns, the man accused in the murder of 13-year-old Madeline Soto, has waived his arraignment in another major development in the case. In this episode, STS breaks down what the Stephan Sterns arraignment waiver means, the latest status of the murder case, and what could happen next. Why did Stephan Sterns waive his arraignment, and what does this move mean as prosecutors prepare to move forward? Key Points: Stephan Sterns waives his arraignment Latest developments in the Madeline Soto murder case What waiving an arraignment means Charges facing Stephan Sterns Evidence investigators have gathered Timeline of the case What prosecutors are expected to do next Potential upcoming court proceedings Questions surrounding the investigation The Stephan Sterns case continues to develop as the accused killer waives his arraignment in connection with Madeline Soto’s death. STS explains what the procedural move means and examines the latest developments in the investigation and court proceedings. The Stephan Sterns case has drawn national attention as prosecutors build their case and Madeline’s loved ones continue seeking justice. As the legal process moves forward, the Stephan Sterns proceedings could reveal more about the evidence, timeline, and circumstances surrounding Madeline’s tragic death. STS will continue following the case and breaking down the developments that matter most. Follow the STS Podcast for survivor stories, true crime news, cold cases, and real crime stories. IT'S HERE: STS HARDCOVER BOOK SIGNED COPIES FROM JOEL AND KARM: https://premierecollectibles.com/waldman Pre-Order Joel's Book: Https://amzn.to/48GwbLx STS Patreon: Surviving the Survivor | True Crime Podcast | Patreon STS Website: https://survivingthesurvivor.com/ STS Merch Store: https://www.bonfire.com/store/sts-store/ #STSNation, Welcome to another episode of Surviving The Survivor, the podcast that brings you the #BestGuests in all of True Crime… In February, 13-year-old Madeline "Maddie" Soto disappeared, prompting a statewide Missing Child Alert. Officials confirmed her body was later found in rural Osceola County, just days after she was first reported missing. Stephan Sterns, her mother's boyfriend and the prime suspect in Madeline's disappearance, is accused of moving her body in the morning hours of Monday, Feb. 26, after killing her in Kissimmee, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said. The medical examiner's office will determine her cause of death. Today, Stephan Sterns appeared in court to hear the charges levied against him. #BestGuests: Julia Cowley is a retired FBI agent and profiler. She spent 22 years in the FBI investigating violent crime, including serial killings and sex offenses, white-collar crime, public corruption, and civil rights. She was also a member of the FBI’s Evidence Response Team. Prior to joining the FBI, Julia was a Special Agent/Forensic Scientist with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. She has a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry and a Master’s degree in Forensic Science. Det. David Nutting is a Retired cold case supervisor Orange and Volusia Counties in Orlando. Darby Fox is a child and adolescent family therapist with over 25 years of experience with children and families from diverse backgrounds. Darby’s first book, Rethinking Your Teenager: Shifting from Conflict and Control to Structure and Nurture to Raise Accountable Young Adults, received critical acclaim. She’s an expert on parenting and family topics, she has been featured on ABC, NBC, CBS, Fox News, and Newsmax and is a monthly contributor to Psychology Today. #MadelineSoto #StephanSterns #Murder #Orlando #TrueCrime #TrueCrimeCommunity #JenniferSoto #OsceolaCounty #MissingChild #AmberAleet Surviving the Survivor is the show that brings you the #BestGuests in all of #TrueCrime and is hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Host Joel Waldman. STS covers the biggest trending true crime cases along with breaking news. You can also find us on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SurvivingTheSurvivor Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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