Singer D4vd to stand trial for murder of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
On Monday, a judge in Los Angeles determined that D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, will face trial for the murder and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Following a five-day preliminary hearing, Judge Charlaine Olmedo established probable cause and ordered Burke to be held without bail. He is charged with murder, continuous sexual abuse of a minor under 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains. Prosecutors claim that Hernandez threatened to reveal their relationship, jeopardizing Burke's career. He has entered a not guilty plea and displayed no emotion during the ruling. Deputy District Attorney Beth Silverman asserted that the evidence was sufficient for trial, while defense attorneys chose not to comment.
Key facts
- Judge Charlaine Olmedo ruled on Monday that D4vd must stand trial.
- D4vd, born David Burke, is 21 years old.
- The victim is 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
- Charges include murder, continuous sexual abuse of a child under 14, and unlawful mutilation of human remains.
- The preliminary hearing lasted five days.
- Burke is held without bail.
- Prosecutors allege Hernandez threatened to expose their relationship and end his career.
- Burke has pleaded not guilty and showed no emotion.
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