Judge sets date for evidence against singer D4vd in killing of 14-year-old to be presented
Summary
A judge in Los Angeles has scheduled a hearing for May 1 to review the evidence against singer D4vd, also known as David Burke, in the case of the death and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Burke, who pleaded not guilty to multiple charges including first-degree murder, will face a preliminary hearing to decide if there is enough evidence to send him to trial.Key Facts
- David Burke, also known as singer D4vd, is charged with first-degree murder and other serious crimes related to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
- Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s body was found dismembered in a Tesla registered to Burke, which was abandoned in the Hollywood Hills.
- The medical examiner confirmed she died from two wounds to the upper body, but how the wounds were caused or the weapon was not identified.
- Prosecutors say Burke had been sexually abusing the girl for about a year and killed her after she threatened to report him.
- Burke was arrested on April 16 and has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
- A preliminary hearing to present evidence and decide if there is enough to go to trial is scheduled for May 1 and will last four to five days.
- Prosecutors have extensive evidence including photos, digital data from Burke’s phone and iCloud, and witness testimony from three grand juries.
- Burke’s defense team wants the evidence to be shown publicly at the hearing and plans to challenge the prosecution’s case.
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