D4vd’s lawyers ask why more DNA testing wasn’t done on chain saws, car in teen girl’s killing
Summary
Lawyers for singer David Burke, known as D4vd, questioned why police did not perform more DNA tests on chain saws and a car linked to the killing of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. The hearing will decide if there is enough evidence to put Burke on trial for murder, sexual abuse of a child, and mutilation of a body; Burke has pleaded not guilty.Key Facts
- D4vd is facing charges of murder, sexual abuse of a child, and mutilation of a body.
- Celeste Rivas Hernandez, the victim, was 14 years old and found dismembered inside the trunk of Burke’s Tesla.
- Defense attorneys questioned why police did not test the chain saws for DNA, even though initial tests showed no visible blood.
- Police found signs of blood cleanup and fake blood in Burke’s garage.
- Multiple people lived in Burke’s residence, which complicated DNA testing.
- Burke’s music and videos often include dark and violent themes, with an alter ego named Itami.
- The judge’s preliminary hearing will determine if there is enough evidence for a full trial.
- Burke denies the charges and plans to defend his innocence.
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