There are several new developments Monday in the death of Orlando teenager Alexandria Chery.
Prosecutors have upgraded the charges against Sanel Saint Simon, the boyfriend of Chery's mother, in connection with the case.
New documents show authorities are currently processing blood found in Saint Simon's car to see if it matches that of Chery.
The 16-year-old was reported missing early last week, and family members said her body was found Friday morning in Osceola County.
Saint Simon is accused of lying about Chery's disappearance and trying to clean up the bloody crime scene at her home.
Chery’s mom found her room ransacked and detectives discovered blood soaked on her belongings and bleach used to clean it up.
On Monday, prosecutors filed a motion to increase Saint Simon's bond from $7,500 to $500,000.
Saint Simon's uncle told authorities his nephew asked him to lie about him driving the vehicle, which was spotted in the area where Chery's remains were found.
The car was apparently pulled over to the side of the road with its hazards flashing the same day Chery vanished, authorities said.
Deputies said they're still working with the Medical Examiner’s Office to identify the body, but are moving forward with their investigation as if the body is Chery’s.
Over the weekend, Chery's family gathered with friends and strangers at the Kingdom Church for a vigil to remember the teen.
“In the audience I saw a lot of tears.
They were crying, had me crying,” said church member Qusheida Fields.
Her family said church was important to Chery, and Sunday morning, members of her church said a long prayer for her.
“We (did) almost a 15-minute prayer for her and tomorrow we’re going to be here,” said church member Gina Saimphar.
As the family grieves and seeks justice, the church community is rallying to raise money for her funeral.
