Judge rules singer D4vd must stand trial in killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
A Los Angeles judge has ruled that there is sufficient evidence for singer D4vd to stand trial for the murder and mutilation of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The singer, whose legal name is David Burke, faces charges including murder and sexual abuse following a 10-month investigation.
A judge ruled on Monday (July 27, 2026) that there is enough evidence to put D4vd on trial in the killing and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who authorities said had threatened to expose their relationship and crater the indie-pop singer's rising career just a few days before his debut album dropped.
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