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Our detectives have determined that Madeline was never dropped off.

Instead, we believe she was already dead at the time and that Stefan Stearns moved her body.

Why and how did this happen? Like we cannot begin to process. How could this happen?

Today we're announcing that Stefan Stearns has been indicted by the grand jury on

first-degree murder for the killing of Madeline Soto a huge development this morning out of

Florida as Stefan Stearns is set to have a plea hearing today now this is just one day

before his sex abuse trial was set to begin our legal eagles are weighing in on the potential plea this morning.

Plus, some shocking new autopsy details revealed were shining a spotlight on the Idaho student murders case

as we're gearing up for Brian Coburger sentencing on Wednesday.

And also this hour, more family members speaking out after Georgia teen Sarah Grace Patrick was arrested for allegedly murdering her parents.

We'll tell you why her cousin says she isn't shocked.

And is Luigi Manjone's defense team trying to delay things?

We'll talk about the latest motion filed in the murder of the United Healthcare CEO. It's all coming up next for you right here on Opening Statements.

Good Monday morning to you and welcome to opening statements. I'm Julie Grants. I hope you had a wonderful weekend.

We've got a wonderful show plan for you. So let's get it started. Grab that cup of coffee or tea, whatever you're having this morning.

It's time for my opening statement.

Justice for Madeline Soto. That's what police and prosecutors are aiming for in Florida, with the cases against defendant Stefan Stearns.

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