D4vd killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to "silence" her, prosecutors allege
Summary
D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, has been charged with first-degree murder in the 2025 death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say he killed her to stop her from damaging his music career and later tried to hide the crime; Burke denies the charges.Key Facts
- David Anthony Burke, known as D4vd, pleaded not guilty to murder charges.
- Celeste Rivas Hernandez, 14, was killed in April 2025.
- Prosecutors claim Burke stabbed Hernandez multiple times after she threatened to expose him.
- Burke allegedly tried to cover up the killing by contacting Hernandez after her death.
- Authorities say Burke bought items like a shovel, body bag, chainsaws, and a burn cage to dispose of the body.
- Hernandez’s body was found dismembered in the front trunk of Burke’s car months later.
- Prosecutors say Burke possessed child pornography and had a sexual relationship with Hernandez when she was under 14.
- Burke’s preliminary hearing is scheduled for May 26, 2024.
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