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Teenage Girl's Body Found in Illinois Home, Relative Charged with Murder
17 Nov, 2025
Summary
- 14-year-old Kylie Toberman's body found in RV behind her home
- Her step-uncle, Arnold B. Rivera Jr., charged with first-degree murder
- Rivera had prior charges for burglary and child sexual abuse
On November 14, 2025, the body of a missing 14-year-old girl, Kylie Toberman, was discovered in an RV behind her home in Vandalia, Illinois. Kylie had been reported missing earlier that day, and her family told authorities that her step-uncle, Arnold B. Rivera Jr., lived in the RV where her body was found.
Police took Rivera into custody later that day, and the Illinois State Police took over the investigation. Rivera has since been charged with first-degree murder, aggravated criminal sexual assault, and concealing a homicidal death. Authorities have not released details about the manner and cause of Kylie's death, stating that the investigation is ongoing.
This tragic incident has deeply impacted Kylie's community. She was a student at Vandalia Junior High School and a member of the Vandal Wrestling Takedown Club. The school and the wrestling club have expressed their grief and offered support to students and staff during this difficult time.
