D4vd Murder Trial Begins | Bakersfield News

A shocking murder and sexual assault case against viral TikTok star D4vd, real name David Anthony Burke, is heating up as a preliminary hearing kicks off this week. Accused of killing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez and dismembering her body at his Hollywood Hills home, Burke denies all charges. Prosecutors allege he stabbed her twice after she threatened to expose him, then used a chainsaw to cut her apart—including amputating two fingers to erase a tattoo. Her body, stuffed in black bags, was found in a Hollywood tow yard months later. The hearing, unusually swift for a murder case, may have backfired for the defense, as prosecutors unveiled damning evidence: Burke allegedly ordered tools like chainsaws, a burn cage, and even used an inflatable pool to contain blood—plastic fragments from it found in her remains. Texts and images allegedly prove a sexual relationship began when she was 13, and Burke’s phone reportedly held explicit photos of her. This case could redefine how the public views internet fame and hidden darkness. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/0cd3c6307fa5c1ac