Crime
Missing 13-Year-Old Kylie Toberman Found Dead, Step-Uncle Arnold Rivera Arrested and Charged With Murder
VANDALIA, Ill. — Authorities are investigating the death of 13-year-old Kylie Toberman, who was reported missing early Thursday morning and later found deceased that same day.
Her step-uncle, identified as Arnold Rivera, has been taken into custody and formally charged in connection with her disappearance and death.
According to officials, Kylie was reported missing at approximately 6:30 a.m. Thursday.
Law enforcement agencies initiated an extensive search, which led to the discovery of her body later that afternoon.
Details regarding the exact location of the recovery have not yet been released.
Investigators confirmed that Rivera, who had been staying at the home and caring for Kylie and her two younger sisters, was interviewed by authorities.
Following the interview and additional investigative work, Rivera was arrested.
He now faces multiple felony charges, including first-degree murder, aggravated criminal sexual assault, and concealing a homicidal death.
Court records indicate Rivera has a prior criminal history involving offenses against minors.
Officials have not yet disclosed whether additional charges or related investigations may follow.
Family circumstances revealed that Kylie and her siblings had been under the care of the grandmother of one of the girls.
Reports indicate the grandmother recently underwent surgery and entrusted Rivera with caregiving responsibilities during her recovery period.
Law enforcement has not commented on whether any additional parties may face legal consequences related to the case.
The investigation remains active, and authorities are urging the public to refrain from speculation as they work to establish a full timeline and motive.
Additional information, including autopsy results, is expected to be released as the case progresses.
No information has been provided regarding court dates or bond status at this time.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.