D4vd Preliminary Hearing Preview: Texts, DNA & Every Piece of Evidence

The preliminary hearing in the David "D4vd" Burke m*rder case is scheduled to begin July 21 in Los Angeles. We break down every piece of evidence prosecutors say they intend to present, based on their pretrial brief: including text messages, Uber records, DNA evidence, surveillance video, Amazon purchases, alleged forensic findings, and more. 🔔 Subscribe for continuing courtroom coverage and live updates from the D4vd preliminary hearing beginning July 21. ****David Anthony Burke is currently charged in Los Angeles County with three felony counts: First-degree murder (of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez). Lewd acts upon a child under the age of 14 (based on allegations of a sexual relationship with the victim while she was 13). Unlawful mutilation of human remains. In addition to those charges, prosecutors have alleged several special circumstances and sentencing enhancements that could substantially increase the potential punishment if Burke is convicted: Murder while lying in wait. Murder for financial gain, with prosecutors alleging he killed Celeste to protect his rapidly growing music career. Murder of a witness, alleging she was killed to prevent her from reporting or participating in an investigation into the alleged sexual abuse. Personal use of a deadly or dangerous weapon (a sharp instrument) during the killing Connect with us everywhere: LAMag.com https://FB.com/LosAngelesmag   / lamag     / lamag