Singer-songwriter D4vd, born David Anthony Burke, is set to appear in a Los Angeles courtroom for a preliminary hearing related to the death of teenager Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say they are seeking to establish that there is sufficient evidence for D4vd to stand trial for murder and for sexual abuse of a minor, allegations that stem from the investigation into Hernandez’s death.
According to reporting, investigators found Hernandez’s decomposed body in the trunk of D4vd’s Tesla. The case has experienced delays, which prosecutors attribute in part to the large volume of investigatory materials. The preliminary hearing is expected to run through Thursday, following the Tuesday court appearance.
A preliminary hearing is used to determine whether the prosecution can proceed to trial; details of witness testimony and evidence are presented during the proceeding. Both outlets describe the hearing as a key step in deciding the next stage of the legal process for D4vd in connection with Hernandez’s death and related charges.
