Cause of Death Confirmed for 13-Year-Old Madeline Soto

Stephan Sterns faces multiple charges including murder and sexual abuse following the release of autopsy results.

Madeline Soto was reported missing on February 26 and found dead on March 1.
The medical examiner determined her death was caused by strangulation.
Stephan Sterns, her mother's boyfriend, has been charged with first-degree murder and 60 counts of sex-related crimes.
Investigators found disturbing images and videos on Sterns' devices, leading to additional charges.
Soto's mother admitted to knowing about the abuse but will not face charges.