New Evidence In D4vd Case: Prosecutors cite texts and forensics at hearing; defense contests proof
Prosecutors presented alleged text messages and forensic evidence in the D4vd murder case, claiming the singer had a secret relationship with 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez
Prosecutors presented alleged text messages and forensic evidence in the D4vd murder case, claiming the singer had a secret relationship with 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Burke has pleaded not guilty, while the defense challenged key evidence during the preliminary hearing. Trial proceedings are expected to continue later this year. D4vd murder case: Court hears text messages and relationship details D4vd trial: Defense challenges evidence as prosecutors outline motive The criminal case involving streamer and singer D4vd has taken another significant turn after prosecutors presented new evidence during a preliminary hearing in Los Angeles. The court heard details of an alleged relationship between the musician and teenager Celeste Rivas Hernandez, with text messages, forensic findings and witness testimony forming a key part of the prosecution's argument. The latest revelations have drawn widespread attention as the case moves closer to trial.D4vd, whose legal name is David Anthony Burke, has pleaded not guilty to charges that include murder, child sexual abuse and mutilation of human remains. Prosecutors allege Burke killed 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez after fearing she could expose their alleged sexual relationship.During the preliminary hearing, prosecutors introduced text messages they say were exchanged between Burke and Celeste over several years.
According to court proceedings, the conversations began when Celeste was just 11 years old and later developed into what prosecutors described as a secret relationship.Among the messages presented in court were discussions about a future together. Prosecutors said Burke allegedly spoke about marriage, living together and having children. One message presented during the hearing read, âi canât wait to move in tg without the cops bitching baby.âInvestigators also highlighted another exchange that they believe shows Burke wanted to keep the relationship hidden. When Celeste reportedly asked whether anyone knew they had sexual intercourse, Burke allegedly replied, âNope and I would like to keep it that way before we get married.âCourt records further suggested the relationship experienced emotional strain. Prosecutors said Celeste expressed frustration, telling Burke, âAll we do is have sex and just hang out man i want more than that for myself.âThe hearing also touched on Celeste's reported pregnancy. Prosecutors stated that she became pregnant with Burke's child in early 2024 before having an abortion. Months later, she allegedly told him, âI donât like talking about it because it gets me really upset, but Iâd do anything to have it back.âBurke's reported response was presented in court as well.
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