The Madeline Soto Case: Timeline, Abuse Allegations, and the Investigation

In this episode of Grizzly True Crime, we take a careful, fact-based look at the case of Madeline Soto, a 13-year-old girl whose disappearance and death exposed years of alleged abuse.

Using police records, court filings, and Stephan Sterns’ own statements to investigators, this episode walks through the confirmed timeline, the household dynamics leading up to Madeline’s death, and the evidence investigators say contradicts Sterns’ account. We also examine how the investigation unfolded, the community response, and why this case highlights the warning signs that are too often missed in child abuse cases.

This episode prioritizes accuracy, context, and respect for Madeline and her family.