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D4vd killed Celeste Rivas Hernandez to "silence" her, prosecutors allege

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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