Singer D4vd charged with murder of girl, 14, found dismembered in his car
Summary
Singer David Burke, also known as D4vd, has been charged with first-degree murder and related crimes in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Her dismembered body was found in Burke’s Tesla in Hollywood, and he was arrested after a secret grand jury investigation.Key Facts
- David Burke (stage name D4vd) is 21 years old and an American singer.
- Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the victim, was reported missing at age 13 and died at 14.
- Her dismembered and decomposed body was found in Burke’s Tesla on September 8, near Hollywood.
- Burke faces charges including first-degree murder, lewd acts with a minor under 14, and mutilating a body.
- Special charges could allow the death penalty, though prosecutors haven’t said if they will seek it.
- Burke’s lawyers say he is innocent and claim the evidence will show he did not kill Hernandez.
- The case had been under investigation by a Los Angeles grand jury in secret.
- The Tesla was registered to Burke at a Texas family address, and family members opposed subpoenas in court.
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