A judge ruled that singer D4vd must stand trial for allegedly killing and dismembering a 14-year-old girl.
“The people have met their burden on all counts,” the judge said at the conclusion of the hearing. D4vd will continue to be held without bail.https://t.co/4qjhs92CBh pic.twitter.com/iSN01NdFkY
— Variety (@Variety) July 27, 2026
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– Judge Charlaine Olmedo determined during a preliminary hearing that there is enough evidence for the case to go to trial
– D4vd, whose real name is David Burke, will continue to be held without bail
– An LAPD Detective testified that Celeste’s parents, relatives, friends and Burke’s mother were aware of the relationship. He also confirmed Burke attended church with Celeste’s family, spent time with them at malls and amusement parks, and that Celeste’s parents signed a notarized travel consent form allowing Burke to take her to London in September 2024; this was all found through text message evidence. Farrell also testified Celeste attended Coachella and Burke’s performances with people in Burke’s circle.
