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Judge Schedules Hearing for D4vd Over Murder, Child Abuse

7/21/2026

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Judge Charlaine Olmedo will hold a hearing for David A. Burke (D4vd), who pleaded not guilty to murder, child sexual abuse and unlawful mutilation of remains.
Allegations say Burke brought 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez from Lake Elsinore to his home on April 23, 2025.
Evidence includes video, texts, chainsaw, body-bag and inflatable-pool purchases, her remains in bags in trunk on September 8, 2025 after car was impounded near rental house.

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Judge Charlaine Olmedo will hold a hearing for David A. Burke (D4vd), who pleaded not guilty to murder, child sexual abuse and unlawful mutilation of remains.
Allegations say Burke brought 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez from Lake Elsinore to his home on April 23, 2025.
Evidence includes video, texts, chainsaw, body-bag and inflatable-pool purchases, her remains in bags in trunk on September 8, 2025 after car was impounded near rental house.