32-year-old Ryan Lee Shelby of Rockport has officially been charged with murdering his 15-year-old stepdaughter Alexis Oesterle.
Her body was found behind a shed near her home. Authorities say Alexis Oesterle died from loss of blood due to a wound to her neck.
The Spencer County Sheriff's Office says deputies arrived at the girl's house Monday night after Shelby called asking if his stepdaughter had been arrested. A deputy searching the area around the home found the body.
If he is found guilty, Shelby could face up to 65 years in prison and also a fine.
