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Singer d4vd pleads not guilty in death case of 14-year-old
Summary
Singer d4vd pleaded not guilty to multiple charges related to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez; he is jailed without bail and his lawyers have requested a preliminary hearing.
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The singer known as d4vd, legal name David Anthony Burke, appeared in Los Angeles court and pleaded not guilty to multiple charges connected to the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors filed counts including first-degree murder and allegations of sexual abuse of a minor, along with related charges involving human remains. Burke was arrested earlier this month and is being held in jail without bail. His attorneys requested a preliminary hearing at the earliest possible date.
Key facts:
- D4vd (David Anthony Burke) was arraigned and pleaded not guilty to charges that include first-degree murder and alleged sexual abuse of a child under 14.
- The remains of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez were found last year in a vehicle registered to the singer.
- Authorities arrested Burke on April 16, and he is being held in jail without bail.
- Defense attorneys entered the plea on his behalf and have requested a preliminary hearing.
Summary:
The arraignment recorded a not guilty plea and confirmed ongoing detention; prosecutors say special circumstances apply to the charges. A preliminary hearing has been requested by the defense; further court dates and case developments are pending.
