In the latest episode of "Hidden Killers," host Tony Brueski and psychologist John Delatorre examine the tragic disappearance and subsequent murder of 13-year-old Maddie Soto, focusing on the inconsistencies in her mother Jennifer Soto's account of the events leading up to Maddie's disappearance. Jennifer's varying statements about her last interaction with Maddie and the circumstances of dropping her off at school have raised questions about her involvement and awareness of the situation.

Delatorre suggests that Jennifer Soto's conflicting accounts could indicate an attempt to fabricate a story rather than confusion stemming from trauma. He implies that Jennifer might be trying to sell a narrative possibly fed to her, highlighting a potential recognition of her complicity in her daughter's tragic end. The discussion points toward a deliberate manipulation of details to mislead or deflect from the truth, with Delatorre questioning the plausibility of Jennifer's claims given the evidence contradicting her timeline of events.

Further scrutiny is given to the tactics used by investigators, including misleading suspects about surveillance footage to elicit reactions or confessions. Delatorre comments on the psychological aspect of such techniques, noting the challenge of maintaining a lie when it must contain elements of truth to be believable.

The psychologists' analysis extends to Jennifer Soto's public pleas for her daughter's safe return, critiquing her apparent lack of genuine emotion as "bad acting." Delatorre observes a stark difference in her demeanor between interviews conducted with and without the presence of her boyfriend in the background. The latter, he notes, showcased a more composed narrative, suggesting a concerted effort to align their stories under his influence. 

 

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