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EPISODE · Jul 20, 2026 · 12 MIN

New details emerge before D4vd - David Burke's - preliminary hearing in the murder of Celeste Rivas Hernandez

from The Leonard Files · host Eric Leonard

As the pop singer known as D4vd heads into a critical preliminary hearing - we look at a new defense motion, the depth of the prosecution's case, and what the defense might do at the hearing. D4vd, who's legal name is David Burke, is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say he killed her because she was threatening to expose their year-long sexual relationship and ruin his emerging singing career. Thanks for listening to The Leonard Files – Stay with us as we uncover the investigations from some of LA’s most challenging and intriguing moments. Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode of The Leonard Files. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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As the pop singer known as D4vd heads into a critical preliminary hearing - we look at a new defense motion, the depth of the prosecution's case, and what the defense might do at the hearing. D4vd, who's legal name is David Burke, is accused of murdering 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Prosecutors say he killed her because she was threatening to expose their year-long sexual relationship and ruin his emerging singing career.

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