Way cleared for pop singer D4vd to stand trial on murder, mutilation charges
A Los Angeles judge ruled there is sufficient evidence for pop singer David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, to stand trial on murder and mutilation charges. Prosecutors allege he fatally stabbed and dismembered 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez after she threatened to expose their relationship. The case may proceed to a jury, and the district attorney is considering whether to seek the death penalty.
- ▪Judge Charlaine Olmedo found probable cause for a jury to decide Burke's fate.
- ▪The victim's remains were discovered in the trunk of a Tesla registered to Burke.
- ▪Burke was arrested in April 2026 and charged with first-degree murder, mutilation of human remains, and child sexual abuse.
- ▪Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said his office will later decide if the death penalty will be pursued.
7 outlets in our directory ran this story, first to last over 3 hours. Coverage spans 2 points on the political spectrum — 1 lean left, 4 centre.
- ▪ Way cleared for pop singer D4vd to stand trial on murder, mutilation charges — Investing.com — News
- ▪ Singer D4vd to stand trial for allegedly killing and dismembering 14yo girl — ABC News (Australia)
- ▪ US singer D4vd to face charges over killing and dismembering teen girl — NZ Herald
- ▪ D4vd murder case: Singer to stand trial on charges over 14-year-old girl's death — ABC News — Top
- ▪ Judge rules singer D4vd must stand trial in killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez - AP News — AP News — World
- ▪ US singer D4vd to go on trial for murder in death of 14-year-old — BBC News
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