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Illinois Teen Found Dead in RV as Step‑Uncle Is Charged With Murder and Sexual Assault

The 43-year-old suspect is jailed without bond pending a Monday arraignment.

Overview

  • Kylie Toberman, 14, was reported missing around 6:30 a.m. Friday in Vandalia, Illinois, and her body was discovered that afternoon in an RV behind the residence.
  • Arnold Barry Rivera, 43, faces counts of first-degree murder, aggravated criminal sexual assault, and concealing a homicidal death, according to jail records.
  • Rivera was booked into the Fayette County Jail at 8 p.m. Friday and is scheduled to appear in court Monday morning.
  • Vandalia police issued a wanted alert during the search advising the public not to approach; some outlets reported he fled and tried to enter nearby homes, a claim authorities have not confirmed.
  • The Illinois State Police continue to investigate and the cause of death has not yet been determined, as the community and her wrestling club publicly mourn her loss.