Singer D4vd Charged with First-Degree Murder of 14-Year-Old Girl
Los Angeles County prosecutors have charged singer D4vd, real name David Burke, with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose dismembered body was found in his Tesla last September.
Los Angeles County prosecutors have charged singer D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The victim's dismembered and decomposed body was discovered in September 2025 inside a Tesla registered to Burke.
Authorities allege that Burke engaged in a sexual relationship with Rivas Hernandez, who was under 14 at the time, and killed her to prevent her from exposing their involvement, which could have jeopardized his music career. The charges include special circumstances such as lying in wait, financial gain, and murdering a witness, making Burke eligible for the death penalty.
District Attorney Nathan Hochman stated,
Burke has pleaded not guilty to the charges. His attorneys assert his innocence, stating that the evidence will demonstrate he did not murder Rivas Hernandez.
The case has drawn significant public attention, given Burke's rising prominence in the music industry. He gained popularity with his 2022 hit "Romantic Homicide" and was signed to Interscope Records before being dropped in 2025.