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D4vd charged with murder in 'brutal and horrific' death of teen: DA

D4vd charged with murder in 'brutal and horrific' death of teen: DA

Summary

David Burke, known as singer D4vd, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Her dismembered body was found last year in the trunk of D4vd’s towed Tesla in Los Angeles, and he is currently held without bail.

Key Facts

  • David Burke (stage name D4vd) is 21 years old and lives in Los Angeles.
  • Celeste Rivas Hernandez was 14 when she died; her body was found in September 2025.
  • Her body was dismembered and found in bags inside Burke’s abandoned Tesla at a tow yard.
  • The car had been towed after being left on a Hollywood street for two days.
  • Burke was arrested in April 2026 after months of investigation.
  • He is charged with first-degree murder and faces life in prison without parole.
  • Burke’s lawyers say he is innocent and will defend him vigorously.
  • The victim’s family plans to attend the court hearing and wants her memory honored.
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