A Michigan man accused of killing a person he met through the Grindr dating app — whose severed foot was found in a river, while his head and torso were discovered at a separate location — appeared in court Tuesday for a preliminary examination, during which a judge determined he will stand trial.

Robert Dale Tweedly Jr., 40, is charged with one count of open murder and disinterment and mutilation of a body in the death of Justie Stilwell, 41, according to Bay County prosecutors.

Stilwell had been reported missing by his family on Sept. 18, 2024, and his foot was found in the Saginaw River near the Edward M. Golson Boat Launch several hours later.

Digital evidence and a search of Tweedly's home allegedly uncovered evidence that linked Tweedly to the killing, according to prosecutors. Tw

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