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Singer D4vd Faces Murder, Abuse Charges; Pleads Not Guilty

7/22/2026

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A hearing began Tuesday in Los Angeles for singer D4vd (David Burke), charged with murder, child sexual abuse.
Prosecutors allege Burke invited Celeste Rivas Hernandez to his home on April 23, 2025, stabbed her and dismembered her with chainsaws, body bag and pool.
Remains were found in Burke’s trunk in September 2025 and identified with dental records on September 16, 2025.
Burke pleaded not guilty while court denied his request to remove shackles.

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A hearing began Tuesday in Los Angeles for singer D4vd (David Burke), charged with murder, child sexual abuse.
Prosecutors allege Burke invited Celeste Rivas Hernandez to his home on April 23, 2025, stabbed her and dismembered her with chainsaws, body bag and pool.
Remains were found in Burke’s trunk in September 2025 and identified with dental records on September 16, 2025.
Burke pleaded not guilty while court denied his request to remove shackles.