D4vd's Legal Team Withdraws Amid Murder Charges

D4vd, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, is embroiled in a high-profile murder case after his legal team, consisting of attorneys Blair Berk, Marilyn Bednarski, and Regina Peter, withdrew from representing him. The Los Angeles court granted their request to step aside, and D4vd has been assigned a public defender, Walid Kandeel, to take over his defense.

The 21-year-old musician was arrested on April 16 and is charged with first-degree murder with special circumstances related to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Additional charges include lewd acts with a minor and mutilation of a body.

D4vd pleaded not guilty during his initial court appearance. Prosecutors allege he stabbed Hernandez multiple times and attempted to dispose of her remains, citing disturbing online purchases made under a false name.

The special circumstances of the murder charge could lead to a death sentence if he is convicted. A trial schedule hearing is set for July 30, 2026.