D4vd Charged with Murder in Teen's Death Case

D4vd, a 21-year-old singer born David Burk, is facing murder charges in connection with the death of 14-year-old Celest Riva Hernandez. Prosecutors, led by Los Angeles County Deputy District Attorney Beth Silverman, allege that Burk killed Hernandez to conceal an unlawful sexual relationship that reportedly began when she was 13 years old.

During a court session, Silverman outlined the prosecution's case, presenting evidence including text messages and images that demonstrate the nature of their relationship. It is alleged that Burk attacked Hernandez shortly after she arrived at his residence, fearing that she would expose their relationship and damage his music career.

He is accused of stabbing her multiple times and later dismembering her body to hide evidence. Hernandez's body was discovered in a vehicle that Burk had left at a storage facility.

Burk has pleaded not guilty to charges including murder and continuous sexual abuse of a minor, and he faces life imprisonment or the death penalty if convicted. The case is scheduled to resume in court on May 12.