From Evidence to Selfies, What Police Got Wrong In Maddie Soto Investigation

The Murder Of Maddie Soto

In an episode of "Hidden Killers With Tony Brueski," featuring defense attorney and former prosecutor Eric Faddis, the duo discusses a sensitive and alarming incident related to the investigation of 13-year-old Maddie Soto's death. Here are the key points from their conversation:

• Inadvertent Photo Release: The conversation opens with the revelation that a sheriff involved in the Maddie Soto case accidentally posted a photo of Maddie's corpse on Instagram. This mishap raises concerns about the sensitivity and privacy expected in child death cases, highlighting the potential for eroding public trust in law enforcement.
• Sensitive Case Handling: Faddis emphasizes the importance of law enforcement being exceedingly careful in handling evidence, especially in sensitive cases involving children, to maintain the integrity of the investigation and public confidence.
• Social Media and Law Enforcement: The discussion then shifts to broader issues regarding law enforcement officers' use of social media, including another distasteful incident where a member of the sheriff's department posted a selfie during Stefan Stearns' perpetrator walk.
• Evidence Management: The episode critiques the seemingly lax protocols within the sheriff's department concerning the management and sharing of evidence photos, questioning the professionalism and discretion expected in law enforcement.
• Generational Divide: Faddis and Brueski ponder whether a generational divide exists within law enforcement regarding attitudes toward sharing potentially sensitive content on social media. They suggest that younger officers might not fully grasp the gravity of such actions, whereas more experienced officers would recognize the inappropriateness of sharing evidence photos publicly.

The episode sheds light on the challenges and pitfalls law enforcement faces in the age of social media, underlining the need for stringent policies and training to safeguard the dignity of victims and their families while preserving the integrity of the justice process.
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