Singer D4vd Charged with Murder of 14-Year-Old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Singer D4vd was charged Monday with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Her decomposed body was found in the trunk of his Tesla in Los Angeles in September, more than a year after she went missing.
Singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, was formally charged Monday with first-degree murder with special circumstances in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors also charged him with lewd and lascivious acts with a minor.
Hernandez had been missing for over a year when police found her dismembered and decomposing body in the trunk of D4vd's abandoned Tesla in Los Angeles in September. D4vd was arrested last Thursday.
Prosecutors say D4vd killed Hernandez because she was a witness in an investigation into his alleged sexual acts against her. The special circumstances charge means prosecutors believe the murder was committed to prevent testimony.
D4vd gained popularity as a singer in recent years. Details about how he knew the victim or the circumstances of her disappearance have not been released.
This case shows how missing children cases can take years to solve and highlights the serious charges celebrities face when accused of violent crimes. The special circumstances charge could mean life in prison without parole if D4vd is convicted.
D4vd will appear in court for arraignment. Trial date and plea hearing will be scheduled.
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