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Florida Student Charged with Murder After Newborn's Drowning

4/8/2026

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Anne Mae Demegillo, a 20-year-old Florida college student, is charged with first-degree murder after her newborn daughter drowned in a toilet.
Police found Casey Anthony photos on Demegillo's phone and related searches.
Following her arrest, Demegillo was indicted for aggravated manslaughter, aggravated child abuse, and concealing the death.
Authorities said she led deputies to a shallow grave.
Demegillo remains in custody without bond.

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Anne Mae Demegillo, a 20-year-old Florida college student, is charged with first-degree murder after her newborn daughter drowned in a toilet.
Police found Casey Anthony photos on Demegillo's phone and related searches.
Following her arrest, Demegillo was indicted for aggravated manslaughter, aggravated child abuse, and concealing the death.
Authorities said she led deputies to a shallow grave.
Demegillo remains in custody without bond.